Hyundai Tucson LM Quiz
Restraints

Repair Procedures of Side Airbag (SAB) Module

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General Information — 1Engine Mechanical System — 44Engine Electrical System — 45Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 93Clutch System — 13Manual Transmission — 18Automatic Transmission — 87Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — 26Drive Shaft and Axle — 29Suspension System — 35Steering — 20Restraints — 47Brake System — 36Body (Interior and Exterior) — 53Body Electrical System — 202Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 58
10steps
~60min
3/5difficulty
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Removal
The side airbag cannot be removed from the front seatback assembly. When replacing the side airbag, replace the assembly.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
  2. Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to Body - Seat group)
  3. Remove the seatback assembly. (Refer to Body - Seat group)

Installation
Make sure the harness wires are routed so that they are not pinched and do not interfere with other components.
  • Do not open the side airbag cover.
  • Make sure the airbag assembly cover is installed correctly. Incorrect installation may prevent proper deployment.
  1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least three minutes.
  3. Install a new seatback assembly. (Refer to Body - Seat group)
  4. Install the front seat assembly. (Refer to Body - Seat group)
  5. Tilt and fully slide the front seat forward. Make sure the wiring harness is not pinched or interfering with other parts.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.
  7. After installing the side airbag (SAB), check that the system operates correctly:
    A. Turn the ignition ON; the SRS indicator should illuminate for approximately six seconds, then turn off.

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