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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2022IMPREZA BASE, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTSAIR BAG, SRSAIRBAG SYSTEMDRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULEINSTALLATION
2022 Subaru Impreza Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT Trans
Driver's 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 Β AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTIONΒ Β .Β
- Do not allow harness and connectors to interfere or get tangled up with other parts.Β
- Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
- Airbag module is cracked or deformed.
- Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
- Harness wire is exposed.
- The steering wheel is in the way, making it difficult to install the airbag module.
- The clearance between the driver's airbag module and steering wheel is not constant.
- Install the driver's airbag module.CAUTION:
- Make sure that the snap pin is securely placed inside the guide before installing the airbag module.Β
- Be sure to insert the connector in completely until it is locked.Β
- Press in the push lock of the direct type connector securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.Β
- After the airbag module is installed, make sure that the airbag module locks (three positions) are securely locked.
- Connect the airbag connector to the airbag module securely.
- Connect the horn harness.
- Press in the locks (three positions) to install the airbag module.
- 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
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.