Warning: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the front bucket seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
3. Remove the front seat back panel. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement .

1

Armrest Assembly

Refer to Front Seat Armrest Replacement .

2

Head Restraint Assembly

Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Replacement .

3

Seat Back Cushion Cover

Refer to Front Seat Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement .

4

Side Impact Inflatable Restraint Nut (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
5 N·m (44 lb in)

5

Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module, after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

6

Side Impact Air Bag Escutcheon Cover