Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 471 (AIR BAG SYSTEM)CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Curtain Air Bag Module Removal/Installation
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Curtain Air Bag Module Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
- Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS .) (See SERVICE CAUTIONS .)
- Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.
- Remove the following parts:
- A-pillar trim (See A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Rear seat (See REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Tire house trim (See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Rear pillar trim (See REAR PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Headliner (See HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Head impact pad (See HEAD IMPACT PAD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s
and goes out.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate normally, refer to the ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC and perform inspection of the system.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.