Curtain Airbag Module: Inspection

2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Inspection
CAUTION: Before handling the airbag module, < Ref. to , CAUTIONΒ , General Description. >

Perform the inspection of following items, and replace the damaged parts with new ones. < Ref. to , CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULEΒ , INSPECTION, Inspection Locations After a Collision. >

  1. With side collision (when curtain airbag is deployed)
    • Curtain airbag module assembly
    • Roof trim
    • Front pillar upper trim
    • Center pillar upper trim
    • Rear quarter pillar trim
    • Airbag guide A, B, C
  2. Other replacement parts, which found to be damaged by visual check
    • Assist grip
    • Assist grip bracket
    • Curtain airbag harness and connector on body side.
  3. With side collision (when curtain airbag is not deployed)

    Check the roof trim, pillar trim and airbag module visually, and then replace them with new ones if damaged or cracked.

    Specially inspect the damage of airbag module body, mounting bracket, harness connector.

  4. Without side collision (dirt and damage of cover) Replace the corresponding part with a new one.
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