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Removal

The side airbag cannot be disassembled from the seat back assembly, so replace the seat back assembly when replacing the side airbag.

1. | Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least 3 minutes before beginning work.

2. | Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to the Body group- Seat)

3. | Remove the seat back assembly. (Refer to the Body group- Seat)

Installation

Be sure to install the harness wires so they will not pinch or interfere with other parts.

• | Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.

• | Make sure that the airbag assembly cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent the proper deployment.

1. | Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.

2. | Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes.

3. | Install the new seat back assembly. (Refer to the Body group - Seat)

4. | Install the front seat assembly. (Refer to the Body group - Seat)

5. | Recline and slide the front seat forward fully, make sure the harness wires are not pinched of interfere with other parts.

6. | Reconnect the battery negative cable.

7. | After installing the side airbag (SAB), confirm proper system operation:

A. | Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.