Side Air Curtain Module
SIDE AIR CURTAIN MODULESpecial Tool(s):
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
WARNING:
- Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
- To reduce the risk of personal injury from an accidental deployment, always carry or place a live side air curtain module with the curtain and tear seam pointed away from your body. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
- After deployment, the surface of the curtain can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
- Never probe the connector on the side air curtain module. Doing so can result in side air curtain deployment which can result in personal injury.
- Anytime the side air curtain has deployed, the headliner, and all A, B, and C pillar upper trim panels and attaching hardware must be installed new along with any other damaged components and hardware. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
- Vehicles equipped with side air curtain modules require a specific headliner. when installing a new headliner on a vehicle equipped with side air curtain modules, make sure a headliner for side air curtain modules is being used. The word "airbag" will appear on the headliner where it meets each B-pillar trim panel. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain module deployment.
- Before installing a side air curtain module, inspect the roofline for any damage. If necessary, the sheet metal must be reworked to its original condition and structural integrity. All fasteners must be replaced and any foreign objects removed. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
- The side air curtain must be installed in the vehicle using new torque-prevailing type U-nuts, part number W709759 or W520822. Use of this U-nut is mandatory so as to reduce the risk of loss of fastener effectiveness. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
- Inspect the side air curtain module before installation. If the side air curtain module is damaged or the cover has separated and the curtain material has been exposed, a new side air curtain module must be installed. Do not attempt to repair the side air curtain module. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain module deployment.
- To reduce the risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the side air curtain module. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain module deployment.
- Never put any type of fastener or tie strap around any part of the side air curtain module or interior trim panel. This will prevent the side air curtain module from deploying correctly. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain module deployment.
- The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
NOTE:
- The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- The driver side is shown, the passenger side is similar.
- Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
1. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing, adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
The first row side impact sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillars.
The second row side impact sensors (if equipped) are located at or near the base of the C-pillars.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
2. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes, and instructions in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) deactivation/reactivation procedure.
Deactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS).
3. WARNING: Anytime the side air curtain has deployed, the headliner, and all A, B, and C pillar upper trim panels and attaching hardware must be replaced along with any other damaged components and hardware. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
Remove the headliner.
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Part 2:
4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
Item 7: Bracket Removal Note
1. If the side air curtain is being serviced on the passenger side, remove the front row bracket also.
Item 17: Side Air Curtain Removal Note
1. Release the side air curtain alignment ear located through the sheet metal opening at the top of the A-pillar and remove the side air curtain.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, and notes at the beginning of the removal procedure.
1. WARNING: The side air curtain must be installed in the vehicle using new torque-prevailing type U-nuts, part number W709759 or W520822. Use of this U-nut is mandatory so as to reduce the risk of loss of fastener effectiveness. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
Remove all U-nut fasteners and install new.
Part 1:
Part 2:
2. WARNING:
- Before installing the side air curtain module, inspect the roofline for any damage. If necessary, the sheet metal must be reworked to its original condition and structural integrity. Install new fasteners and remove any foreign objects. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
- Before installing the side air curtain module, if the module is damaged or the cover has separated or the side air curtain material has been exposed, install a new side air curtain module. Do not attempt to repair the side air curtain. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
- Never put any type of fastener or tie strap around any part of the side air curtain module or interior trim panel. This will prevent the side air curtain module from deploying correctly. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain module deployment.
NOTE: Make sure the battery negative cable is still disconnected before proceeding with the installation portion of this procedure.
Install the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
3. Remove the restraint system diagnostic tool from the side air curtain electrical connector.
4. Connect the side air curtain module electrical connector.
5. Connect the battery ground cable.
6. With the restraint system diagnostic tools still installed at the remaining deployable devices, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). Prove Out Procedure
7. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing, adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
The first row side impact sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillars.
The second row side impact sensors (if equipped) are located at or near the base of C-pillars.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
8. WARNING: Anytime the side air curtain has deployed, the headliner, and all A, B, and C pillar upper trim panels and attaching hardware must be replaced along with any other damaged components and hardware. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
Install the headliner.
9. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes, and instructions in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) deactivation/reactivation procedure.
Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS).
10. WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from the vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
With all the restraint system diagnostic tools removed, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). Prove Out Procedure
Item 1: Side Air Curtain Installation Note
1. Align the side air curtain locating ear into the sheet metal opening at the top of the A-pillar.
Item 15: Bracket Installation Note
1. If the side air curtain is being serviced on the passenger side, install the front row bracket also.