TL V6-3.2L (2004)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Side Airbag Replacement
Side Air-bag Replacement
NOTE: Review the seat replacement procedure in the body section before performing repair or service.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the side airbag harness 2P connector (A).
3. Remove the seat assembly and seat-back cover.
4. Remove the two mounting nuts (A) and the side airbag (B).
Installation
NOTE:
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If the side airbag lid is secured by a tape, remove the tape.
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Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.
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Use new mounting nuts tightened to the specified torque when you replace a side airbag.
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Make sure that the seat-back cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent proper deployment.
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Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
1. Place the new side airbag on the seat back-frame (A). Tighten the side airbag mounting nuts(B).
2. Install the new seat-back cover.
3. Install the seat assembly, then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
4. Move the front seat and the seat-back through their full ranges of movement, making sure the harness wires are not pinched or interfering with
other parts.
5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
6. Connect the HDS and clear the DTCs.
7. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for
