Curtain Airbag Module: Installation

CAUTION:

Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
When installing the curtain airbag module, install a specified part at specified place.
Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during installation.
The curtain airbag module cannot be reused if removed from the vehicle once, even if it has not operated yet.
Make sure that there are no foreign matter on airbag module.
If deformation or crack is found in the bracket - assist rail by visual check, replace the defective part.

If deformation is found in the clip mounting holes of the side rail and rear quarter metal sections, repair or replace the defective part.

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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 tether clip is damaged, always replace it with a new tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, its holding force is reduced and the trim panel - front pillar UPR may come off.
Do not reuse the upper clips of the trim panel - center pillar UPR. Once the clip is removed, its holding force is reduced. Be sure to replace it with a new clip.
For installation of the stereo camera cover assembly, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Stereo Camera" in the "EyeSight" information and observe the precautions for installation. Ref. to EYESIGHT>STEREO CAMERA>INSTALLATION .

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 completely until it is locked.
- Press in the push lock of the direct type connector securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
- Do not reuse the curtain airbag module of which clips have been removed.
- Make sure that the curtain airbag module is installed so that it is not twisted 360° partially.
- Install a new curtain airbag module securely, and press the clip - pin securely into the clip - bushing.
After pressing the clip - pin securely, make sure that the heights of the clip - bushing top surface and the clip - pin top surface are 9.9±0.2 mm (0.39±0.01 in).
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Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
Install the trim panel roof - assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>ROOF TRIM>INSTALLATION .
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: For the hybrid model, connect the battery negative terminal.