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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Seatbelt Pretensioner Handling Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 513334  Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Disconnect the pretensioner 4-way electrical connector from the 2-way side air bag connector.
  3. Disconnect the 2-way seat belt switch electrical connector.
  4. Remove the driver seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket in Seats.
  5. Remove the pretensioner trim cover (5) by pulling up on the front of the cover and then pulling forward.
  6. Remove the pretensioner fastener (3) and remove pretensioner (2) from seat (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 513334  Size: SH
  1. Install the pretensioner (2) to the seat (1). Notice that the pretensioner has a tab that fits into the seat in order to insure that the pretensioner is in the proper position.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the fastener (3) while holding pretensioner in place.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

  5. Install the pretensioner trim cover by engaging the rear, then pushing down on the front.
  6. Install the driver seat back into vehicle. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket in Seats.
  7. Carefully route the pretensioner pigtail harness (4) and seat belt wiring harness under the seat.
  8. Connect the pretensioner 4-way electrical connector to the 2-way side air bag connector.
  9. Connect the 2-way seat belt switch electrical connector.
  10. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .