CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Click here.
If the side airbag was deployed, replace the front seat airbag assembly, separate type front seatback spring assembly, separate type front seatback cover and separate type front seatback pad with a new one.
Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the parts may injure your hands.
Note
Always use "TORX" socket wrench E10 when removing the front seat.
Tech Tips
The procedure described below is for the driver side. Use the same procedure for both the driver and front passenger sides, unless otherwise specified.
PROCEDURE
PRECAUTION
Note
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice 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.
REMOVE SEATBACK COVER WITH PAD
REMOVE FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
Disengage the 7 clamps to separate the front seat side airbag wire harness.
Disengage the 2 clamps.
Remove the 2 nuts and the front seat side airbag assembly LH
CAUTION:
The nuts must not be reused.
Make sure that the seat frame assembly is not deformed. If it is, replace it with a new one.