Honda HR-V: Side Curtain Airbag Removal and Installation

Removal and Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations - Refer to: SRS Component Location Index (KA/KC), or SRS Component Location Index (KA/KC) and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:

• If replacing the side curtain airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection
• After Deployment for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

  Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service.

1. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Disconnect

NOTE: Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Headliner - Remove

3. Side Curtain Airbag - Remove

1. Pull up on both locking tabs (A) to disconnect the connector (B).

   NOTE: Be careful not to damage the connector.

2. Remove the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A), the mounting bolts (B), the clips (C).

Fig. 8: Side Curtain Airbag Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

3. Remove the side curtain airbag (D).

4. All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

   NOTE:

   • During installation, install the new side curtain airbag mounting bolts to the specified torque.
   • If the side curtain airbag is frayed, or has any other visible damage, replace it. Do not attempt to repair an airbag.
   • When you install the side curtain airbag, make sure it is not twisted, and that it is not caught between the inflator bracket by the bracket bolts.
   • Make sure that the side curtain airbag inflator retainer is installed properly. Otherwise the side curtain airbag could incorrectly deploy and cause damage or injuries.
   • If there is any damage to the side curtain airbag, do not try to repair it. Replace any damaged side curtain airbag.
   • Before installing the headliner, make sure the SRS indicator works normally and the headliner and the pillar trim overlap properly.

5. SRS Operation - Confirm

1. Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure, turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.

6. Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap - Confirm

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