Side Impact Module Replacement - Front

INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SIDE IMPACT MODULE REPLACEMENT - FRONT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION:
- Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Service Precautions.
- Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
- Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:
- The seat cushion frame
- The seat recliner, if equipped
- The seat adjuster
- The seat back frame

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury




1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the seat assembly from the vehicle.
3. Remove the seat trim panel.
4. Remove the seat back cover and pad.
5. Remove the front seat back panel.
6. Remove the push pin (2) securing the top of the seat belt retractor assembly to the seat back frame.
7. Remove the 2 screws (1) that secure the inflatable side impact module to the seat back frame.
8. Disconnect the SIR wiring harness from the module.
9. Remove the side impact module.




10. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Connect the SIR wiring harness to the module.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the inflatable side impact module to the seat back frame with the 2 screws (1).

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




3. Install the top of the seat belt retractor assembly to the seat back frame with the plastic push pin (2).
4. Install the front seat back panel.
5. Install the seat back cover and pad.
6. Install the seat trim panel.
7. Install the seat assembly to the vehicle.
8. Enable the SIR system.