FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Hatchback Front Passenger Side) > INSTALLATION


CAUTION:
  1. Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing (Click here).
  2. If the side airbag was deployed, replace the front seat airbag assembly, separate type front seatback spring assembly, separate type front seatback cover and separate type front seatback pad with a new one.
  3. Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the parts may injure your hands.

NOTICE:
Always use "TORX" socket wrench E10 when removing the front seat.


1. INSTALL FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:
  1. The nuts must not be reused.
  2. Make sure that the seat frame assembly is not deformed. If it is, replace it with a new one.
  1. Install the front seat side airbag assembly with 2 new nuts.

    Torque:
    5.5 N*m{ 56 kgf*cm , 49 in.*lbf }
  1. Engage the 2 clamps.

  1. Engage the 3 clamps to install the front seat side airbag wire harness.



2. INSTALL FRONT SEATBACK COVER WITH PAD
  1. Temporary install the front seatback cover with pad.

  1. Install the front seatback cover bracket with the 2 nuts.

    Torque:
    5.5 N*m{ 56 kgf*cm , 49 in.*lbf }

    NOTICE:
    1. For vehicles with side airbags, the side airbags may not be activated normally unless the front seatback cover is securely installed.
    2. Check that the strap is not twisted after installing the bracket.
    3. Install the bracket securely.
  1. Fasten the 2 zippers. (for Sport Package)



    B272765E01
  1. Align the protruding portion of the front seat headrest support with the installation groove of the front seat adjuster frame.

    Text in Illustration 
    *a
    Protruding
  1. Engage the 4 claws to install the 2 front seat headrest supports.



    B287798E01
  1. Using hog ring pliers, install 3 new hog rings.

    Text in Illustration 
    *1
    New Hog Ring
    *2
    Hog Ring Pliers


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  1. Using hog ring pliers, install 3 new hog rings.

    Text in Illustration 
    *1
    New Hog Ring
    *2
    Hog Ring Pliers

    NOTICE:
    Do not soil or scratch the front seatback cover.
  1. Fasten the hook and loop fastener.

  1. Connect the seatback cover band.



3. INSTALL RECLINING REMOTE CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 3 Door)


    B332530
  1. Engage the cable end and clamp to connect the reclining remote control lever sub-assembly to the seatback control cable assembly.



    B288408
  1. Install the reclining remote control lever sub-assembly with the 2 screws.



    B332519
  1. Engage the 2 guides and claw to install the cover.



4. INSTALL FRONT SEAT CUSHION INNER SHIELD


    B272755
  1. Engage the 2 claws to install the front seat cushion inner shield.



5. INSTALL FRONT SEAT CUSHION SHIELD


    B287790
  1. Engage the clip and 2 claws to install the front seat cushion shield.

  1. Install the screw.



6. INSTALL RECLINING ADJUSTER RELEASE HANDLE


    B287789
  1. Engage the claw to install the reclining adjuster release handle.



7. INSTALL FRONT SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY
  1. Install the front seat headrest assembly.



8. INSTALL FRONT SEAT INNER BELT ASSEMBLY
(Click here)


9. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

Torque:
5.5 N*m{ 55 kgf*cm , 48 in.*lbf }


10. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT
(Click here)