Be sure to install the harness wires not to be pinched or interfered with other parts.
Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.
Use new mounting nuts when you replace a side airbag.
Make sure that the airbag assembly cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent the proper deployment.
Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least thirty seconds.
Place a side airbag on the side airbag frame and tighten the side airbag mounting nuts (2EA).
Tightening torque
: 6.9 ~ 8.8 Nm (0.7 ~ 0.9 kgf.m , 5.1 ~ 6.5 lb.ft)
Install the new seatback cover. (Refer to the Body group- Seat)
Install the front seat assembly, and then connect the side airbag harness connector.
Recline and slide the front seat forward fully, make sure the harness wires are not pinched of interfering with other parts.
Reconnect the battery negative cable.
After installing the side airbag (SAB), confirm proper system operation:
Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.
