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Airbag Control Module: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .
  • Do not disassemble the airbag control module.
  • If the airbag control module is deformed or if there is any trace of water on the module, replace the airbag control module with a new one.
  • Do not drop the airbag control module.
  • After removal, keep the airbag control module on a dry, clean surface away from moisture, heat and dust.
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new part.
    • Control module is deformed.
    • Control module connector is damaged.
  2. Install the airbag control module.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolt and nut.
    Always replace with the specified new bolts and nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    25 N-m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

  3. Install the duct console front and the tray center UPR as a unit.
  4. Install the duct console center.
  5. Install the cover center side on the left and right sides.
  6. Install the cover assembly front and the console box assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

    Console box: 6.5 N-m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.8 ft-lb)

  7. Install the heater control assembly.
  8. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to GROUND TERMINAL REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION .
    NOTE: After connecting the battery sensor terminal, place the select lever in the "P" position.