CAUTION:
• Refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” before handling the airbag module. 
• When installing the side airbag module assembly, be sure to install it by inserting the side airbag module between the backrest cover and airbag guide cloth.
|
(A) |
Airbag guide cloth |
|
(B) |
Backrest cover |
|
(C) |
Side airbag module ASSY |
|
(1) |
Backrest frame ASSY |
|
(2) |
Airbag guide cloth |
|
(3) |
Backrest cover |
|
(4) |
Side airbag module ASSY |
|
(5) |
Hexagon cap nut |
When the backrest cover is not installed securely, the side airbag module may not be deployed properly, therefore keep strictly to the following procedure.
• Be careful not to stain or damage the backrest cover during assembly.
• Always use new hog rings.
• Secure the hog ring using hog ring pliers.
• Install the hog rings to the specified points securely and make sure that no wrinkle or twisting on backrest cover.
1. Make sure that there is no foreign matter on side airbag module.
2. Install the side airbag module to backrest frame assembly.
Tightening torque:
6 N·m (0.61 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)
3. Install the side airbag harness to backrest frame assembly.
4. Install the backrest cover.
5. Install the side airbag harness on the back of the seat cushion assembly by the cable clips.
CAUTION:
After bringing the seat back to the original position, recline the seat or slide it backward and forward, and check there is no contact between the seat backrest assembly, cushion cover assembly and side airbag harness.
6. Install the front seat to the vehicle body.
Tightening torque:
Front seat ASSY: