Before Starting Parts Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Subaru WRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If the following parts are deformed or damaged, replace them with new parts.
- Impact sensors and brackets
- Airbag modules and brackets
- Airbag control module
- Pretensioners and brackets
- Harnesses
- Plate sensor cover (Side impact sensor (under the rear center seat))
- Pad front door inner
Install the wiring harness securely with the specified clips to avoid interference or tangled with other parts.

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Do not use the airbag or pretensioner parts from other vehicles. Always replace the defective parts with new parts.
Never reuse any activated airbag module and pretensioner.
Do not discard undeployed airbag module or pretensioner. For the disposal procedures, refer to "Airbag Module Disposal".
For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>COMPONENT
When attaching the steering wheel assembly and steering roll connector, be sure to adjust the steering roll connector.
After removing each part of the airbag system, keep them with the pad side facing upward on a dry, clean and flat surface away from heat, light sources, moisture and dust.

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Observe the following; the airbag system component or the internal parts of seat belt pretensioner may be damaged or the reliability may be greatly lowered.

Do not drop or otherwise apply impact.
Do not store it under high temperature environment at 85°C (185°F) or more, or do not near it to open flames.

Do not allow water, oil or grease to come in contact.

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When storing a removed airbag module, observe the following items. If the pad of the airbag module is in contact with other objects, it may cause a serious accident if the airbag accidentally operates.

Do not place the airbag module with the pad side facing downward.
Do not place any objects on the airbag module.
Do not pile up the airbag module.

Driver's airbag module

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Passenger's airbag module and side airbag module

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Do not disassemble the airbag modules and pretensioners.

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The removed front seat with airbag module must be kept at least 200 mm (8 in) away from walls and other objects.