Warning: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

Preliminary Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement : Without KA1  → With KA1 .

1

Side Impact Inflatable Restraint Nut (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
5 N·m (44 lb in)

2

Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping .