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Front Seat: Assembly: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

CAUTION: When installing the side airbag module assembly, be sure to install it by inserting the side air-bag module between the backrest cover and airbag guide cloth.
Fig 1: Inserting Side Air-Bag Module Between Backrest Cover And Airbag Guide Cloth
G05663655Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Fig 2: Identifying Backrest Frame Assembly Airbag Guide Cloth
G05663656Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

When the backrest cover is not installed securely, the side airbag module may not be deployed properly, therefore keep strictly to the following procedure.
  • Be careful not to stain or damage the backrest cover during assembly.
  • Always use new hog rings.
  • Secure the hog ring using hog ring pliers.
  • Install the hog rings to the specified points securely and make sure that no wrinkle or twisting on backrest cover.

Tightening torque: Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description".  <Ref. to FRONT SEAT LH , COMPONENT, General Description. >