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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2022IMPREZA BASE, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTSAIR BAG, SRSAIRBAG SYSTEMCURTAIN AIRBAG MODULEINSTALLATION
2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans

Curtain Airbag Module: Installation

2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Installation
CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to  AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION  . 
  • When installing the curtain airbag module, install a specified part at specified place. 
  • Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during installation. 
  • The curtain airbag module cannot be reused if removed from the vehicle once, even if it has not operated yet. 
  • Make sure that there are no foreign matter on airbag module. 
  • If deformation or crack is found in the bracket - assist rail by visual check, replace the defective part. 
  • If deformation is found in the clip mounting holes of the side rail and rear quarter metal sections, repair or replace the defective part. 
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  • When reusing the tether clip on the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR, check that there is no damage to the tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, always replace it with a new tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, its holding force is reduced and the trim panel - front pillar UPR may come off. 
  • Do not reuse the upper clips of the trim panel - center pillar UPR. Once the clip is removed, its holding force is reduced. Be sure to replace it with a new clip. 
  • For installation of the stereo camera cover assembly, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Stereo Camera" in the "EyeSight" information and observe the precautions for installation. Ref. to  EYESIGHT>STEREO CAMERA>INSTALLATION  . 
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
    • Airbag cover is scratched or torn.
    • Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
    • Harness wire is exposed.
    • Mounting bracket and securing clip are cracked or deformed.
  2. Install the curtain airbag module.
    CAUTION:
    • Be sure to insert the connector in completely until it is locked. 
    • Press in the push lock of the direct type connector securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked. 
    • Do not reuse the curtain airbag module of which clips have been removed. 
    • Make sure that the curtain airbag module is installed so that it is not twisted 360° partially. 
    • Install a new curtain airbag module securely, and press the clip - pin securely into the clip - bushing. 

    After pressing the clip - pin securely, make sure that the heights of the clip - bushing top surface and the clip - pin top surface are 9.9±0.2 mm (0.39±0.01 in). 

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    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

  3. Install the trim panel roof - assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>ROOF TRIM>INSTALLATION .
  4. 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. 

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