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Curtain Airbag Module: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag system components. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
  • When installing the curtain airbag module, install a specified part at specified place.
  • Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during installation.
  • The curtain airbag module cannot be reused if removed from the vehicle once, even if it has not operated yet.
  • Make sure that there are no foreign matter on airbag module.
  • Do not reuse the curtain airbag module of which clips have been removed.
  • If deformation or crack is found in the bracket assist rail by visual check, replace the defective part.
  • If deformation is found in the clip mounting holes of the side rail and rear quarter metal sections, repair or replace the defective part.
    G13951791Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  • When reusing the tether clip on the upper part of the trim panel assembly A pillar, check that there is no damage to the tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, always replace it with a new tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, its holding force is reduced and the trim panel assembly A pillar may come off.
  • Do not reuse the upper clips of the trim panel assembly B pillar UPR. Once the clip is removed, its holding force is reduced. Be sure to replace it with a new clip.
  • For installation of the stereo camera cover assembly, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Stereo Camera" in the "EyeSight" article and observe the precautions for installation. Ref. to EYESIGHT>STEREO CAMERA>INSTALLATION .
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
    • Airbag cover is scratched or torn.
    • Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
    • Harness wire is exposed.
    • Mounting bracket and securing clip are cracked or deformed.
  2. Install the curtain airbag module.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse the curtain airbag module of which clips have been removed.
    • Make sure that the curtain airbag module is installed so that it is not twisted 360° partially.
    NOTE:
    • Be sure to insert the connector in completely until it is locked.
    • Press in the push lock of the direct type connector securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
    1. Install the clip bushing in numerical order.
      CAUTION: Do not press in the clip pin yet.
      • Sedan model
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      • OUTBACK model
      G13951793Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Tighten the bolt.

      Tightening torque: 

      7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

    3. Press in the clip pin while pulling down the roll part of the airbag.
    CAUTION:
    • Press the clip pin securely into the clip bushing.
    • When pressing in the clip pin, make sure that the upper end of the airbag does not overlay the lower end of the clip bushing.
    • If the upper end of the airbag overlays the lower end of the clip bushing, press in the clip pin while pulling down the roll part of the airbag.

      If the airbag is not fixed in a correct position, the trim part may scatter during airbag deployment.

      G13951794Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    • After pressing the clip pin securely, make sure that the heights of the clip bushing top surface and the clip pin top surface are 9.9±0.2 mm (0.39±0.01 in).
    G13951795Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the trim panel sub assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>ROOF TRIM>INSTALLATION .
  4. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  5. If the driver's seat for the model with door mirror interlocked seat position memory is removed, initialize the seat position memory control module. Ref. to SEATS>POWER SEAT SYSTEM>ADJUSTMENT .
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