Airbag Module - Head - Front

76.74.40 Airbag Module - Head - Front

Before disconnecting the battery, ensure all text and cautions in the battery disconnection section are observed.

WARNING:
^ It is imperative that before any work is undertaken on the SRS system, the appropriate information is read thoroughly.
^ Always disconnect both battery leads before beginning work on the SRS system. Disconnect the negative lead first. Never reverse connect the battery.

Remove
1. Make the SRS system safe.
2. Remove fascia carrier.
3. Remove sun visor.
4. Remove grab handles.
5. Release door aperture seals to release headlining.
6. Remove 'B' post upper finisher.
7. Release 'D' post upper finisher.
8. Remove 'E' post finisher.
9. Remove rear console from headlining.





10. Remove 2 screws securing headlining.
11. Carefully lower edge of headlining for access to airbag fixings.





12. Remove 2 Torx screws securing airbag to 'A' post.
13. Remove Torx screw securing airbag webbing to 'A' post.





14. Remove Torx screw securing airbag webbing to cantrail.
15. Release 4 clips securing airbag module.
16. Remove airbag module.

WARNING:
^ Store the airbag module with the deployment side uppermost. If it is stored deployment side down, accidental deployment will propel the airbag module with enough force to cause serious injury.
^ Store the airbag module or seat pre-tensioner in a designated storage area. If there is no designated storage area available, store in the locked luggage compartment/loadspace area of the vehicle, and inform the workshop supervisor.

Refit

NOTE: If the SRS component is to be replaced, the bar code of the new unit must be recorded.

1. Carefully fit airbag and secure clips.
2. Fit airbag module to cantrail and 'A' post and tighten Torx screws to 10 Nm (7 lbf.ft).
3. Fit and tighten screws securing headlining.
4. Fit rear console.
5. Fit 'B' post upper finisher.
6. Fit 'D' post upper finisher.
7. Fit 'E' post finisher.
8. Fit grab handles.
9. Fit sun visor.
10. Fit fascia carrier.
11. Fit door aperture seals.
12. Connect battery leads, earth lead last.