Curtain Airbag Module: Installation
CAUTION:
- Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module. <Ref. to CAUTION , General Description.>
- When installing the curtain airbag module, install a specified part at specified place.
- Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during installation.
- Never open the curtain airbag module before activation. Never reuse the deployed curtain airbag module.
- Make sure that there are no foreign matter on airbag module.
- When reusing the tether clip on the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR, check that there is no damage to the tether clip. If the clip is damaged, its holding force is reduced and the trim panel - front pillar UPR may come off. Be sure to replace it with a new clip.
- Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
- Airbag cover is scratched or torn.
- Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
- Harness wire is exposed.
- Mounting bracket and securing clip are cracked or deformed.
- Install the curtain airbag module.CAUTION:
- Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked.
- Press in the push lock securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Tightening torque:
7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
- Install the trim panel - roof assembly. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Roof Trim.>
- Connect the battery ground terminal. <Ref. to
BATTERY
, NOTE, Note.>NOTE: For models other than STI model, connect the ground terminal to battery sensor.