L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
3. Remove fasteners from inflator retention tabs and spaceframe clips-to-structure in locations shown in illustration.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: IF ORIGINAL BAG IS BEING INSTALLED CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING POINTS:
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ROOF RAIL MUST BE UNDAMAGED AND STRAIGHT.
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SCREW HOLE IN CURTAIN INFLATOR FABRIC MUST NOT BE FRAYED.
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WASHER ON RETAINING SCREWS MUST FIRMLY CLAMP THE BAG FLAT WHEN TORQUED.
NOTE:
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If curtain inflator is being replaced due to deployment, the spaceframe snap clips must be replaced. The new curtain inflator assembly is shipped
with plastic guides and new spaceframe clips that are pre-torqued.
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Care must be taken when removing spaceframe clips as not to damage roof rail sheet metal.
1. To remove spaceframe clips.
1.1 Bend and break off one side of clip as shown in illustration.
1.2 Push clip into body mounting hole.
1.3 To aid in removal of broken spaceframe clips, remove assist handle bracket bolts and bracket from roof rail.
1.4 Slide a magnetic tool through the inside of the roof rail and pull out the broken clip.
1.5 Install assist handle bracket and retaining bolts to roof rail.
