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Airbag Control Module: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
  • Do not disassemble the airbag control module.
  • If the airbag control module is deformed or if there is any trace of water on the module, replace the airbag control module with a new one.
  • Do not drop the airbag control module.
  • After removal, keep the airbag control module on a dry, clean surface away from moisture, heat and dust.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
    NOTE:
    • For the 12 volt engine restart battery of HEV model, disconnect the ground terminal from 12V engine restart battery sensor.
    • On CVT models, shift the select lever into "D" before disconnecting the battery ground cable.
  3. Remove the console box assembly.
    1. Release the claws, and then remove the boot - hand brake.
      Fig 1: Identifying Boot - Hand Brake
      G08316331Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Move the seat forward, and remove the bolts after detaching the left and right caps.
    3. Remove the screws, disconnect the harness connector and remove the console box assembly.
      Fig 2: Removing Console Box Assembly Screws
      G08316332Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the cover - shift lever.
    1. Remove the shift knob. (MT model)
    2. Release the clips and claws, then pull up the cover - shift lever.
      Fig 3: Removing Cover - Shift Lever
      G08316333Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. On manual A/C models, disconnect the control cables from both sides of the heater & cooling unit.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Control Cables From Sides Of Heater & Cooling Unit
    G08316150Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the panel center assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not put your finger on the fin of the air vent grille. Doing so may damage the fin.
    • Pull the panel center assembly slowly. Pulling with excessive force may damage the connector.
    1. Insert a plastic remover to the three areas shown by the arrows, and slightly lift up the panel center assembly.
    2. With the panel center assembly lifted up slightly, release the claw by using a clip remover wrapped with protective tape.
    3. Release the rest of the claws, and pull out the panel center assembly.
    4. Disconnect the connectors, and remove the panel center assembly.
      Fig 5: Removing Panel Center Assembly
      G08316151Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the airbag control module.
    1. Disconnect the connector from airbag control module. < Ref. to AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE , PROCEDURE, Airbag Connector.>
    2. Remove the bolt and nuts and remove the airbag control module.
      Fig 6: Removing Airbag Control Module
      G08316384Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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