Side Airbag Sensor: Installation

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 reuse the bolt and nut.
Always replace with the specified new bolts and nuts.

Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new part.
- The side airbag sensor, sensor bracket, or connector are damaged.
- Side airbag module has been activated.
  Tightening torque:
  
  Side airbag sensor: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Assemble the trim panel - center pillar LWR to the trim panel - center pillar UPR securely.

Fig 1: Installing Center Pillar LWR To Trim Panel
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Tightening torque:

Front seat belt: < Ref. to FRONT SEAT BELT , COMPONENT, General Description.>