Curtain Airbag Module: Removal
CAUTION:
Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
.NOTE: For models with the power seat, move the seat to the front-most position before removing the ground terminal from the battery sensor.
- Remove the trim panel sub assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>ROOF TRIM>REMOVAL .
- Remove the curtain airbag module.CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during removal.
- Do not cut the tape wrapped around the curtain airbag module.
- Do not reuse any clips and spacers if they are removed from the vehicle once.
- Remove the modules in order starting from the vehicle front.
- Disconnect the curtain airbag module connector. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>AIRBAG CONNECTOR>PROCEDURE>DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE AND CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE .
- Remove all the bolts and clips, and remove the curtain airbag module.
Meaning of pictograms indicated on the label
| (a) | Flammable explosive substance encapsulated parts; be careful of handling . |
| (b) | Indicates that this part is an airbag module . |
| (c) | Before handling, always refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM" in the service information
. For the disposal procedures of the airbag modules, refer to "Airbag Module Disposal" . |
| (d) | Do not disassemble the airbag module . |
NOTE:
Remove the securing clip of curtain airbag module in the following procedures.
- Using a pair of nippers, cut off section (a) of the clip bushing.
- Remove the clip pin while holding the lock (b) with needle nose pliers.
- Release the locks (c) of the clips bushing at two locations at the top and bottom completely using thin flat head screwdriver (d), and remove the clip bushing.