Subaru Outback (BR): How to connect and disconnect Airbag Connector
A: PROCEDURE
1. POWER SUPPLY
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Push the lock (A).
- While holding down the lock (A), disconnect the connector.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
2. AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
1) How to disconnect:
- Push the lock lever plate (A).
- While holding down the lock lever plate (A), pull the lever toward you.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Insert the connector and push the lock lever in securely.
3. DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE (ROLL CONNECTOR)
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Push the slide lock (A) in the direction of arrow.
- With the slide lock pushed, disconnect the connector.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
4. PASSENGER'S AIRBAG MODULE
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Push the slide lock (A) in the direction of arrow.
- With the slide lock pushed, disconnect the connector.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
5. DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE, CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE & PRETENSIONER
1) How to disconnect:
- Using a flat tip screwdriver, pry the push lock upward to unlock.
- Pull the connector to disconnect from the driver's airbag module assembly or the retractor assembly.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION:
- Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked.
- Be sure to push the push lock in securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Connect the connector in the reverse order of disconnecting. At this time, be sure to insert it until a clicking sound is heard.
6. FRONT SUB SENSOR RH
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Push the lock arm.
- Holding outer part, pull it one step in the direction of arrow.
- Push the lock arm again.
- Holding outer part, pull it in the direction of arrow to disconnect the connector.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
7. FRONT SUB SENSOR LH AND FRONT DOOR IMPACT SENSOR
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
Holding outer part (A), pull it in the direction of arrow.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION:
- Do not touch the outer side section or else the outer side (A) will move back.
- Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
8. SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR AND CURTAIN AIRBAG SENSOR
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Push the lock arm.
- Holding outer part, pull it one step in the direction of arrow.
- Push the lock arm again.
- Holding outer part, pull it in the direction of arrow to disconnect the connector.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
9. SIDE AIRBAG MODULE
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Move the slide lock (A) in the direction of arrow and hold it.
- While holding the slide lock (A) in place, pull the connector (B) to the direction of arrow.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
10.BUCKLE SWITCH RH
1) How to disconnect:
CAUTION: When pulling the slide lock or disconnecting connector, be sure to hold the connector, not the harness.
- Move the slide lock (A) in the direction of arrow and hold it.
- While holding the slide lock (A) in place, pull the connector (B) to the direction of arrow.
2) How to connect:
CAUTION: Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.
Holding the connector, push it in securely until a clicking sound is heard.
11.OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (BETWEEN AIRBAG REAR HARNESS AND SEAT HARNESS)
Refer to "Occupant Detection System". <Ref. to OD(diag)-8, OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (BETWEEN AIRBAG REAR HARNESS AND SEAT HARNESS), PROCEDURE, Airbag Connector.>
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Inspection Locations after a Collision
A: REPLACEMENT
Replace the following parts if the airbag has been activated.
1. FRONT COLLISION
1) Driver's airbag module.
2) Passenger's airbag module.
3) Driver's seat belt (pretensioner).
4) Pas
Passenger's Airbag Module
A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module.
<Ref. to AB-9,
CAUTION, General Description.>
1) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2) Disconne
Side Airbag Module
A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module.
<Ref. to AB-9,
CAUTION, General Description.>
NOTE:
Remove the passenger's side by referring t
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A: REMOVAL
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