Airbag Control Module: Installation

2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Installation
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new part.
    • Control module is deformed.
    • Control module connector is damaged.
  2. Install the airbag control module.
    CAUTION:

    Do not reuse the bolt and nut.Β 

    Always replace with the specified new bolts and nuts.Β 

    Tightening torque:Β 

    25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

  3. Install the tray - center UPR.
  4. Install the panel center LWR.
  5. Install the console box assembly and the cover assembly - front.

    Tightening torque:Β 

    Console box: 6.5 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.8 ft-lb)

  6. Install the heater control assembly.
  7. Install the audio assembly or navigation assembly.
  8. Install the panel - center UPR.
  9. Install the grille assembly - CTR ventilation.
  10. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE:
    • For the hybrid model, connect the battery negative terminal.Β 
    • For CVT models, after connecting the ground terminal to the battery sensor or connecting the battery negative terminal, place the select lever in the "P" position.Β 
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