Durango 2WD V8-5.7L Hybrid (2009)
CAUTION: The weight of a non-deployed side curtain airbag inflator (1) must always be fully supported during unit removal or installation.
10. Disengage the metal clips (two on right side airbag, four on left side airbag) that secure the unit to the inner roof rail.
11. Remove the side curtain airbag from the vehicle through the rear door opening as a unit.
Side Curtain Air Bag - Installation
INSTALLATION
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before
attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag, seat belt tensioner, impact sensor or instrument panel component
diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to
discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. On vehicles equipped with the optional Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
system, a technician trained in proper HEV service safety procedures must also remove the high voltage service disconnect from
the high voltage battery pack. This is the only sure way to disable the SRS. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in
accidental airbag deployment. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury when removing a deployed airbag, rubber gloves, eye protection, and a long-sleeved shirt should
be worn. There may be deposits on the airbag unit and other interior surfaces. In large doses, these deposits may cause irritation
to the skin and eyes.
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury, use extreme care to prevent any foreign material from entering the side curtain airbag, or
becoming entrapped between the side curtain airbag cushion and the headliner. Failure to observe this warning could result in
occupant injuries upon airbag deployment.
NOTE: The following procedure is for replacement of an ineffective or damaged side curtain airbag. If the airbag is ineffective or damaged,
but not deployed, review the recommended procedures for handling non-deployed supplemental restraints. See: Service and Repair . If
the side curtain airbag has been deployed, review the recommended procedures for service after a supplemental restraint deployment
before removing the airbag from the vehicle. See: Service and Repair .
1. Check to be certain that the rivet nut (2) is properly installed in the inner A-pillar, and that it is in good condition.
2. Check to be certain that the eight U-nuts (3) are properly installed in the inner roof rail (1) and inner D-pillar, and that they are in good condition.
