Kia Optima DL3 Quiz
Restraints

Side Airbag (SAB) Module

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6steps
~36min
3/5difficulty
010203040507.86N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
Done 0 of 6

Description and Operation

Description

The side airbags (SAB) are installed inside the front seats and protect the driver and passenger from injury in a side collision. The SRSCM determines side airbag deployment using the side impact sensor (SIS) signal.

Components and Component Location

Component Location

1. Side Airbag (SAB)

Repair Procedures

Inspection

  1. Inspect the airbag according to the troubleshooting table.

    (Refer to Side Airbag Module - Troubleshooting)

Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

  2. Remove the front seat back cover.

    (Refer to Body - "Front Seatback Cover")

  3. Remove the side airbag wiring (A) after releasing the side airbag wiring clips.

  4. Remove the side airbag (A) after loosening the nuts.

    Tightening torque:

    5.8–7.8 N·m (0.6–0.8 kgf·m, 4.3–5.7 lbf·ft, 52.0–69.4 lbf·in)

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

  2. After installing the airbag module, check that the system operates correctly:

    Turn the ignition switch ON. The SRS indicator should illuminate for approximately six seconds and then turn off.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

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