Side Airbag Module: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module. < Refer to
CAUTION , General Description. >
Check for the following, and replace damaged parts with new parts. < Refer to SIDE AIRBAG MODULE , INSPECTION, Inspection Locations after a Collision. >
- With side collision (when side airbag is activated)
- Side airbag module assembly
- Satellite safing sensor
- Side airbag sensor
- Curtain airbag sensor
- Backrest pad assembly
- Backrest frame assembly
- Backrest cover assembly
- When damage is found by visual check
- Headrest assembly
- Headrest lock bushing
- Outer slide rail
- Inner slide rail
- Seat hinge cover
- Seat lifter lever
- Reclining lever
- Side airbag harness and connector on body side
- Satellite safing sensor cover (model without rear seat center table)
- With side collision (when side airbag is not activated)
Check the seat, airbag module, sensor visually, and then replace them with new parts if damaged or cracked.
Specially inspect the damage of airbag module body, mounting bracket and harness connector.
- Without side collision (dirt and damage of cover) Replace the corresponding part with a new part.