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Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti FX45 and 2005 Infiniti FX35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
  • Removal of front side air bag module should only be done to allow deployment of front side air bag module prior to disposal of seatback only. Only complete seatback assemblies can be replaced. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  • Before servicing SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
  • Always work from the rear of the front side air bag module.
  1. Remove front seat. Refer to "FRONT SEAT ".
  2. Remove seatback trim and pad. Refer to "REMOVAL OF SEATBACK TRIM AND PAD ".
  3. Remove front side air bag module harness clips.
  4. Remove front side air bag module assembly fixing special nuts, then remove front side air bag module assembly.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Side Air Bag Module Assembly Fixing Special Nuts With Torque Specifications
    G02365330Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Remove front side air bag module fixing special nuts, then remove front side air bag module from bracket.
    Fig 2: Removing Front Side Air Bag Module Fixing Special Nuts With Torque Specifications
    G02365331Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
CAUTION:
  • Always place the front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
  • Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdrivers) into front side air bag module.
  • Do not disassemble front side air bag module.
    Fig 3: Identifying Front Side Air Bag Module
    G02365332Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  • Replace front seatback assembly (side air bag module) if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
  • Do not expose front seatback assembly (side air bag module) to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
  • Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the front side air bag module.
  • After front side air bag module inflates, front seatback assembly must be replaced.
    Fig 4: Precaution For Handling Air Bag Module
    G02365333Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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