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2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Side Airbag Module: Installation

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Installation

CAUTION:

Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag system components. < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. >
Make sure that the side airbag module is installed as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Identifying Side Airbag Module Related Components
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Be careful not to stain or damage the cover COMPL - front backrest during assembly.
Do not reuse hog rings.
Secure the hog ring using hog ring pliers.
Install the hog rings to the specified points securely and make sure that there is no wrinkle or twisting on the cover COMPL - front backrest.

Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
- Make sure that there is no foreign matter on side airbag module.
- Front seat, airbag module and mounting bracket are damaged or deformed.
- Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
- Harness wire is exposed.
Install the side airbag module to the frame assembly - front backrest.
Tightening torque:

6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)
Assemble the front seat. < Ref. to ASSEMBLY , Front Seat. >
CAUTION: After restoring the seat, operate the reclining and sliding mechanisms to check that the airbag harness is not caught.
Install the front seat assembly to the body. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Seat. >
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >

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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.