RESTRAINTS

SR
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SECTION
SRS AIRBAG C

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2 Removal and Installation .........................................12 F

PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE ...... 14

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System Exploded View .........................................................14
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(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- Removal and Installation .........................................14
SIONER" ................................................................... 2
Precaution for SRS "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE ................ 16
Exploded View .........................................................16 SR
PRE-TENSIONER" Service ...................................... 2
Removal and Installation .........................................16
PREPARATION ............................................ 3
FRONT SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .................... 19
Exploded View .........................................................19 I
PREPARATION ................................................... 3
Special Service Tool ................................................. 3 Removal and Installation .........................................19

BASIC INSPECTION .................................... 4 CRASH ZONE SENSOR ................................... 21 J

Exploded View .........................................................21
COLLISION DIAGNOSIS .................................... 4 Removal and Installation .........................................21
For Frontal Collision .................................................. 4 K
For Side and Rollover Collision ................................. 6 SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR ........... 23
Exploded View .........................................................23
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............... 10 Removal and Installation .........................................23
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE ..............................10 FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER ........... 24
Exploded View ........................................................ 10 Removal and Installation .........................................24
Removal and Installation ......................................... 10 M
DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT ............................. 25
SPIRAL CABLE .................................................12 Exploded View .........................................................25
Exploded View ........................................................ 12 Removal and Installation .........................................25
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 PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000006749447

The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for SRS "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER" Service
INFOID:0000000006749448

• Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the terminals are removed, it is still possible for the air bags and seat belt
pre-tensioners to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
• The air bag diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark “⇐” pointing toward the front
of the vehicle for proper operation. Also check air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust
before installation and replace as required.
• The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
• Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad side
facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
• Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
• After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.

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 PREPARATION
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PREPARATION A
PREPARATION
Special Service Tool INFOID:0000000006749451
B
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

Tool number Description C

(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
— Removing and installing air bag lock D
(J-42057-UPD)
Air bag key set
Part of kit (J-42057)
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LRS210 F

SR

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 COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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BASIC INSPECTION
COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
For Frontal Collision INFOID:0000000006978694

FOR FRONTAL COLLISION: When SRS is activated in a collision

CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensure that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Replace the diagnosis sensor unit.
3. Remove the front air bag modules, crash zone sensor assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner
assemblies.
4. Check the SRS components using the table below:
Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks and deformation, etc.).
5. Install new front air bag modules, crash zone sensor assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner
assemblies.
6. Perform trouble diagnosis using CONSULT or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRC-12, "Trouble Diagnosis
with CONSULT" or SRC-13, "Trouble Diagnosis without CONSULT" for details.
Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
7. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRC-11, "SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)

Part Inspection
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fasteners.
Front passenger air bag module If the front passenger air bag has deployed:
(if equipped) REPLACE
Install with new fasteners.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners* have been activated:
REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT only.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem- If either the driver or passenger seat belt pre-tensioner* has been activated:
blies REPLACE all seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies with new fasteners.
(All applicable locations: buckle, *: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT only.
retractor, lap outer)
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS components have been activated:
REPLACE the diagnosis sensor unit.
Install with new fasteners.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for de-
formities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the spiral cable.

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Part Inspection
A
Harness and connectors 1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any B
SRS harness.
Instrument panel assembly If the passenger front air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the instrument panel assembly (integrated type).
C
FOR FRONTAL COLLISION: When SRS is not activated in a collision

CAUTION: D
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
E
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensure that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Check the SRS components using the table below:
Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks and deformation, etc.). F
3. Perform trouble diagnosis using CONSULT or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRC-12, "Trouble Diagnosis
with CONSULT" or SRC-13, "Trouble Diagnosis without CONSULT" for details.
Ensure entire SRS operates properly. G
4. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRC-11, "SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION) SR

Part Inspection
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has NOT been activated: I
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals
for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners. J
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install driver air bag modules with new fasteners.
Front passenger air bag module If the front passenger air bag has NOT been activated:
(if equipped) 1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, K
terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with the instrument
panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners. L
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fasteners.
Crash zone sensor If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, terminals for defor- M
mities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone sensor and
bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit. N
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem- If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
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blies 1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
(All applicable locations: buckle, Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for
retractor, lap outer) binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting. P
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.

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Part Inspection
Diagnosis sensor unit If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for defor-
mities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air bag has not deployed:
1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall.
5. If damaged—REPLACE.
Harness and connectors 1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any
SRS harness.
Instrument panel assembly If the passenger front air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Visually check instrument panel for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel assembly.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the instrument panel assembly.

For Side and Rollover Collision INFOID:0000000006978695

FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION: When SRS is activated in a collision

CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensure that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Replace the following components:
- Front seat back assembly (on the side on which side air bag is activated).
- Door finisher (on the side on which door-mounted curtain air bag is activated).
- Pop-up roll bar assemblies and pop-up roll bar covers.
- Side air bag (satellite) sensor LH/RH (on the side on which side air bag is activated).
- Diagnosis sensor unit.
- Seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies.
3. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
Replace any SRS components and the related parts showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks,
deformation, etc.).
4. Perform trouble diagnosis using CONSULT or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRC-12, "Trouble Diagnosis
with CONSULT" or SRC-13, "Trouble Diagnosis without CONSULT" for details.
Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
5. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRC-11, "SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION)

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Part Inspection A
Side curtain air bag module LH If the side curtain air bag LH has deployed:
REPLACE the side curtain air bag module LH.
Install with new fasteners.
B
Side curtain air bag module RH If the side curtain air bag RH has deployed:
REPLACE the side curtain air bag module RH.
Install with new fasteners.
C
Front side air bag module LH If the front side air bag LH has deployed:
REPLACE front seatback assembly LH.
Front side air bag module RH If the front side air bag RH has deployed:
REPLACE front seatback assembly RH. D
Side air bag (satellite) sensor (LH If any of the SRS components have deployed:
or RH) REPLACE the side air bag (satellite) sensor on the collision side with new fasteners.
E
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS components have deployed:
REPLACE the diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem- If either the driver or passenger seat belt pre-tensioner* has been activated:
blies REPLACE all seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies with new fasteners. F
(All applicable locations: buckle, *: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT only.
retractor, lap outer)
Center inner pillar 1. Check the center inner pillar on the collision side for damage (dents, cracks, deformation). G
2. If damaged—REPAIR the center inner pillar.
Seat (if equipped with front side If either the front LH or front RH side air bag modules has been deployed:
air bag) REPLACE front seatback assembly on the deployed side. SR
Trim/headlining 1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the interior trim on the col-
lision side.
2. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged trim parts.
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Door-mounted curtain air bag If the door-mounted curtain air bag module LH has been deployed:
module LH REPLACE the door finisher LH and door-mounted curtain air bag module.
Install with new fasteners.
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Door-mounted curtain air bag If the door-mounted curtain air bag module RH has been deployed:
module RH REPLACE the door finisher RH and door-mounted curtain air bag module.
Install with new fasteners.
Pop-up roll bar assemblies If the pop-up roll bar has deployed: K
REPLACE pop-up roll bar assemblies and pop-up roll bar covers.
Install with new fasteners.

FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION: When SRS is not activated in a collision L
CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
M
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensure that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table. N
- If the front seat back assembly is damaged, the front seat back assembly must be replaced.
- If the door finisher assembly is damaged, the door finisher assembly and door-mounted curtain air bag
module must be replaced. O
3. Perform trouble diagnosis using CONSULT or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRC-12, "Trouble Diagnosis
with CONSULT" or SRC-13, "Trouble Diagnosis without CONSULT" for details.
Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
4. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to P
SRC-11, "SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION)

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Part Inspection
Side curtain air bag module LH If the side curtain air bag LH has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the center pillar on the colli-
sion side.
2. If damaged—Remove the side curtain air bag module LH.
3. Check for visible signs of damaged (tears etc.) of the side curtain air bag module LH.
4. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall the side curtain air bag module LH with new fasteners.
6. If damaged—REPLACE the side curtain air bag module LH with new fasteners.
Side curtain air bag module RH If the side curtain air bag RH has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the center pillar on the colli-
sion side.
2. If damaged—Remove the side curtain air bag module RH.
3. Check for visible signs of damaged (tears etc.) of the side curtain air bag module RH.
4. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall the side curtain air bag module RH with new fasteners.
6. If damaged—REPLACE the side curtain air bag module RH with new fasteners.
Front side air bag module LH If the front LH side air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the seat back on the collision
side.
2. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the front seatback assembly LH.
Front side air bag module RH If the front side air bag RH has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the seat back on the collision
side.
2. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the front seatback assembly RH.
Side air bag (satellite) sensor (LH If none of the SRS components have been activated:
or RH) 1. Remove the side air bag (satellite) sensor (LH or RH) on the collision side. Check harness
connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the side air bag (satellite)
sensor (LH or RH).
3. Install the side air bag (satellite) sensor (LH or RH) to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall the side sir bag (satellite) sensor (LH or RH) with new fasten-
ers.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the side air bag (satellite) sensor (LH or RH) with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case and bracket for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem- If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
blies 1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
(All applicable locations: buckle, Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for
retractor, lap outer) binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
Seat (with front side air bag) If the front LH or front RH side air bag modules have NOT deployed:
1. Visually check the seat on the collision side.
2. Remove the seat on the collision side and check the following for damage and deformities.
- Harness, connectors and terminals
- Frame and recliner (for front and rear seat), and also adjuster and slides (for front seat)
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the seat.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged seat parts using new fasteners. If the front seat back is
damaged, the front seat back assembly must be replaced.

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Part Inspection
A
Center inner pillar 1. Check the center inner pillar on the collision side for damage (dents, cracks, deformation,
etc.).
2. If damaged - REPAIR the center inner pillar.
Trim/headlining 1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation, etc.) of the interior trim on the B
collision side.
2. If damaged - REPLACE the damaged trim parts.
If the door-mounted curtain air bag LH has NOT deployed: C
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation, etc.) of the door finisher on the
collision side.
2. If damaged - REPLACE the door finisher LH with new fasteners.
3. Check for visible signs of damaged (tears etc.) of the door-mounted curtain air bag module D
LH.
Door-mounted curtain air bag
4. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
module LH
5. If no damage is found, reinstall door finisher.
CAUTION: E
When removing door mounted curtain air bag module from door finisher, never reuse
door finisher.
6. If damaged - REPLACE the door finisher LH and door-mounted curtain air bag module LH
F
with new fasteners.
If the door-mounted curtain air bag RH has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation, etc.) of the door finisher on the
collision side. G
2. If damaged - REPLACE the door finisher RH with new fasteners.
3. Check for visible signs of damaged (tears etc.) of the door-mounted curtain air bag module
RH.
Door-mounted curtain air bag
4. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
SR
module RH
5. If no damage is found, reinstall door finisher.
CAUTION:
When removing door mounted curtain air bag module from door finisher, never reuse I
door finisher.
6. If damaged - REPLACE the door finisher RH and door-mounted curtain air bag module RH
with new fasteners.
If the pop-up roll bar has NOT deployed: J
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation, etc.) of the pop-up roll bar.
2. If damaged - REPLACE the pop-up roll bar with new fasteners.
3. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
Pop-up roll bar K
4. If no damage is found, reinstall the pop-up roll bar with new fasteners.
5. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation, etc.) of the seatback support
brace assembly.
6. If damaged - REPAIR the seatback support brace assembly. L

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 DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978680

ALHIA0135GB

1. Steering wheel 2. Side lid 3. Driver air bag harness connector

4. Driver air bag module A. Driver air bag module bolt Pawl

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978681

WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Always work from the side of air bag module. Never work in front of it.
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the side lids (LH/RH).
3. Remove the driver air bag module bolts (LH/RH).
4. Lift the driver air bag module from the steering wheel.

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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
5. Disconnect the driver air bag module harness and horn connec-
tors. A
CAUTION:
• For installing/removing the driver air bag module harness
connector, insert thin screwdriver wrapped in tape into
B
notch, lift lock and remove the connector.
• Install the connector with lock raised, and push lock into
the connector.
• After installing the connector, check that the lock is C
pushed securely into it.
PHIA0953J

D
6. Remove the driver air bag module.
CAUTION:
• Always place the driver air bag module with pad side fac-
E
ing upward.

: Upward
F

JMHIA1502ZZ
SR
• Never impact the driver air bag module.
• Replace the driver air bag module if it has been dropped
or sustained an impact. I

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• Never insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into the driver air bag module.
• Never disassemble the driver air bag module.
• Never expose the driver air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90° C (194°F).
• Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the driver air bag module. M

INSTALLATION
1. Route the driver air bag module harness through the clip (A), N
then attach the connector.
2. Install the remaining components in the reverse order of
removal.
O
NOTE:
• If driver air bag module is being replaced due to deployment, the
spiral cable must also be replaced. Refer to SR-12, "Removal and
Installation". P
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors,
refer to SRC-7, "Direct-connect SRS Component Connectors".
CAUTION: JMHIA1485ZZ

• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".

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 SPIRAL CABLE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
SPIRAL CABLE
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978682

ALHIA0136ZZ

1. Steering angle sensor 2. Spiral cable A. Screws

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978683

WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to ST-10, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove the steering column upper cover and steering column lower cover. Refer to IP-16, "Removal and
Installation".
4. Disconnect the spiral cable connectors (A) and the steering
angle sensor harness connector (B).

ALHIA0137ZZ

5. Remove the spiral cable screws, then pull the spiral cable away from the steering column and remove.
CAUTION:

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With the steering linkage disconnected, the spiral cable may snap when turning the steering wheel
beyond the limited number of turns. The spiral cable can only be rotated about 2.5 turns from the A
neutral position.
NOTE:
Remove spiral cable and steering angle sensor as an assembly.
B
6. Remove steering angle sensor from spiral cable. Refer to BRC-118, "Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
• Never impact the spiral cable.
• Replace the spiral cable if it has been dropped or sus- C
tained an impact.

JMHIA0009ZZ
F
• Never disassemble the spiral cable.
• Never apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
• Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the spiral cable. G

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
SR
• After spiral cable installation, align it correctly before installing
steering wheel. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral
position, ending up with the knob (A) at the top.
• The neutral position is set by carefully turning the spiral cable I
clockwise to the end position. Then turn it counterclockwise (about
two and a half turns) stopping when the knob (A) is at the top most
position. J
NOTE:
If a service part is installed, the neutral position is already set with
the stopper installed into the insertion holes. Make sure the stop-
per is removed before installing steering wheel. K
• During steering wheel installation, make sure the locating pin hole
(B) is aligned with the locating pin of the spiral cable (A). Refer to
ST-10, "Removal and Installation". L
CAUTION:
• The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the spi-
ral cable is installed in an improper position.
• Never overturn the spiral cable or go beyond the maximum M
number of turns allowed. This will cause the cable to snap.
• The turn signal lever must be in the neutral position for spiral
cable installation. N

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If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunction-
ing parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".
After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp. P

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 FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978684

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1. Instrument panel assembly 2. Steering member assembly 3. Front passenger air bag module

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978685

WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Always work from the side of air bag module. Never work in front of it.
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect front passenger air bag module connec-
tors. If a direct-connect harness connector is damaged, the front passenger air bag module must be
replaced and the wiring harness modified.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the instrument panel assembly. Refer to IP-16, "Removal and Installation".

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 FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
3. Remove the front passenger air bag module screws (A).
A

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D
4. Release the front passenger air bag module pawls using a suit-
able tool (A).
E

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5. Lift the front passenger air bag module and remove from the instrument panel.
SR
CAUTION:
• Always place the front passenger air bag module with pad side facing upward.
• Never impact the front passenger air bag module.
• Replace the front passenger air bag module if it has been I
dropped or sustained an impact.

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L
• Never insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into the front passenger air bag module.
• Never disassemble the front passenger air bag module.
• Never expose the front passenger air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90° C (194° F). M
• Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the front passenger air bag
module.
N
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
O
• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check". P

Revision: February 2011 SR-15 2012 NV

 SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978686

ALHIA0140GB

1. Side curtain air bag module A. Side curtain air bag module connector B. Clip C103

NOTE:
Side curtain air bag module LH shown, RH similar.
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978687

WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Always work from the side of air bag module. Never work in front of it.
• Never use the air tools or electric tools for servicing.
CAUTION:
• Do not attempt to repair or replace direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a direct-connect
harness connector is damaged, the harness must be replaced.
• Never insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into the side curtain air bag module.

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 SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
• Never impact the side curtain air bag module.
• Replace the side curtain air bag module if it has been dropped A
or sustained an impact.

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D
• Never disassemble the side curtain air bag module.
• Never expose the side curtain air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90° C (194°F).
• Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the side curtain air bag module. E
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes.
F
2. Remove the headlining assembly. Refer to INT-34, "Removal and Installation".
3. Disconnect the side curtain air bag module harness connector.
CAUTION:
G
• For installing/removing the side curtain air bag module
harness connector, insert thin screwdriver wrapped in
tape into notch, lift lock and remove the connector.
• Install the connector with lock raised, and push lock into SR
the connector.
• After installing the connector, check that the lock is
pushed securely into it. I

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4. Remove the assist grip. Refer to INT-22, "Removal and Installation - Doors".
5. Remove the side curtain air bag module bolts, and then remove the side curtain air bag module. K

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. L
CAUTION:

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 SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
• Make sure the direct-connect SRS component connector (A) is pointing down and positioned as
shown.

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• Make sure the hooks are fully engaged into the slot of body panel (B) before tightening side curtain
air bag module bolts.
• Install side curtain air bag module clip (1) and bolts (2-9) in the order shown in the figure.

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: Vehicle front

• Use care during installation to avoid damage to wiring harness.

• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".

Revision: February 2011 SR-18 2012 NV

 FRONT SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
FRONT SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000007049884

SR

I
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1. Front side air bag module 2. Front side air bag module harness 3. Front seatback frame (passenger) J
A. Nuts

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000007049883

K

REMOVAL
WARNING: L
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Always work from the side of air bag module. Never work in front of it.
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing. M
CAUTION:
• Do not attempt to repair or replace direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a direct-connect
harness connector is damaged, the harness must be replaced. N
• Never insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into the front side air bag module.
• Never impact the front side air bag module.
• Replace the front side air bag module if it has been dropped
or sustained an impact. O

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• Never disassemble the front side air bag module.

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 FRONT SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
• Never expose the front side air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194° F).
• Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the front side air bag module.
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove front seat. Refer to SE-19, "Removal and Installation For Front Seats".
3. Disassemble front seatback components enough to expose front
side air bag module (1). Refer to SE-28, "Disassembly and
Assembly".

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4. Release the front side air bag module harness clips (A) and har-
ness connector (B) from seatback and seat cushion frame.
5. Remove the nuts and discard, then remove front side air bag
module (1) from the seatback.

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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Do not use the old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.
• Do not attempt to disassemble front side air bag module.
• Use care during installation to avoid damage to wiring harness.
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".

Revision: February 2011 SR-20 2012 NV

 CRASH ZONE SENSOR
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
CRASH ZONE SENSOR
A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978688

SR

I
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1. Crash zone sensor shield 2. Crash zone sensor connector 3. Crash zone sensor J
4. Radiator upper core support

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978689

K
WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes. L
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
CAUTION:
• Never impact the crash zone sensor. M
• Replace the crash zone sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
• Replace the crash zone sensor of a deployed driver air bag and a deployed front passenger air bag.
REMOVAL N
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the front grille. Refer to EXT-26, "Removal and Installation".
3. Disconnect the crash zone sensor harness connector. O
4. Remove the crash zone sensor nuts, and then remove crash zone sensor shield and crash zone sensor.
INSTALLATION P
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Never use old nuts after removal; replace with the new nuts.
• Never damage the harness connector while installing.
• Check crash zone sensor to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it shows any
visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.
• Do not disassemble crash zone sensor.

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 CRASH ZONE SENSOR
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".

Revision: February 2011 SR-22 2012 NV

 SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR
A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978690

G
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1. Center pillar 2. Side air bag (satellite) sensor connector 3. Side air bag (satellite) sensor
SR
: Vehicle front

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978691

I
WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes. J
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
CAUTION:
• Never impact the side air bag (satellite) zone sensor.
• Replace the side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact. K
• Replace the side air bag (satellite) sensor of a deployed driver air bag and a deployed front passen-
ger air bag.
L
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove seat belt retractor, then set assembly aside. Refer to SB-7, "Front Seat Belt". M
3. Remove side air bag (satellite) sensor nuts.
4. Disconnect the harness connector, then remove side air bag (satellite) sensor.
INSTALLATION N
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Never use old nuts after removal; replace with the new nuts. O
• Never damage the harness connector while installing.
• Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.
P
• Do not disassemble side air bag (satellite) sensor.
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after repair or replacement of the malfunc-
tioning parts, perform the SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".

Revision: February 2011 SR-23 2012 NV

 FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006749458

For removal and installation procedures for seat belt and seat belt buckle pre-tensioners, refer to SB-7, "Front
Seat Belt".

Revision: February 2011 SR-24 2012 NV

 DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000006978692

SR

I
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1. Diagnosis sensor unit J

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000006978693

K
WARNING:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Always work from the side of air bag module. Never work in front of it. L
• Never use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
CAUTION:
• Check diagnosis sensor unit bracket to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it M
shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.
• Do not disassemble diagnosis sensor unit.
• When replacing the air bag diagnosis sensor unit, always check with the parts department for the lat-
est parts information. Installing an incorrect air bag diagnosis sensor unit may or may not cause the N
air bag warning lamp to illuminate and may cause incorrect deployment of the supplemental air bags
and seat belt pre-tensioner in a collision resulting in serious personal injury or death.
REMOVAL O
1. Always check the air bag diagnosis sensor unit ECU discriminated number (identification number) using
CONSULT.
2. Disconnect the harness connectors for the following SRS components: SR-16, "Removal and Installation" P
(Side curtain air bag module), SB-7, "Front Seat Belt" (Front seat belt pretensioner), SE-28, "Disassembly
and Assembly" (Front side air bag module).
3. Remove the center lower IP assembly. Refer to IP-16, "Removal and Installation".
4. Disconnect the diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors.
5. Remove the diagnosis sensor unit bolts, ground bolt, and then remove diagnosis sensor unit.
CAUTION:

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 DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
• Never impact the diagnosis sensor unit.
• Replace the diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or
sustained an impact.

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• Replace the diagnosis sensor unit of a deployed SRS air bag and a deployed front seat belt pre-ten-
sioner.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• The diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the
arrow mark " " pointing toward the front of the vehicle for
proper operation.
: Vehicle front
• Never use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• Never damage the harness connector while installing.
• If a malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp after
repair or replacement of the malfunctioning parts, perform the
SRS final check. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Final Check".
• After the work is completed, check that no system malfunc-
tion is detected by air bag warning lamp. ALHIA0146ZZ
• After replacing the air bag diagnosis sensor unit, confirm
using CONSULT that the ECU discriminated number (identification number) of the new replacement
air bag sensor unit matches the ECU discriminated number (identification number) of the replaced
(old) air bag diagnosis sensor unit.
NOTE:
If the ECU discriminated number of the new replacement air bag diagnosis sensor unit differs from the ECU
discriminated number of the replaced air bag diagnosis sensor unit, reconfirm the parts information and verify
that the correct air bag diagnosis sensor unit was installed.

Revision: February 2011 SR-26 2012 NV