Kia Sportage: Side Airbag (SAB) Module: Repair procedures

Kia Sportage Service & Repair Manual (3rd Generation, SL; 2011-2016) / Restraint / Airbag Module / Side Airbag (SAB) Module: Repair procedures

Removal

The side airbag cannot be disassembled from the seat back assembly, so replace assembly when replacing the side airbag.

1.	Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least thirty seconds before beginning work.

2.	Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to the Body group- Seat)

3.	Remove the seat back assembly. (Refer to the Body group- Seat)

Installation

Be sure to install the harness wires not to be pinched or interfered with other parts.

•	Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.

•	Make sure that the airbag assembly cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent the proper deployment.

1.	Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.

2.	Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least thirty seconds.

3.	Install the new seat back assembly. (Refer to the Body group - Seat)

4.	Install the front seat assembly. (Refer to the Body group - Seat)

5.	Recline and slide the front seat forward fully, make sure the harness wires are not pinched of interfering with other parts.

6.	Reconnect the battery negative cable.

After installing the side airbag (SAB), confirm proper system operation:

•	Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.

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