CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
OPEN BACK DOOR
REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL
PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.
Note
After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work Click here.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY
Remove the roof headlining assembly Click here.
REMOVE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the connector.
Note
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
Remove the 13 bolts and curtain shield airbag.