Kia Picanto (JA): Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module
Description and operation
The
passenger airbag (PAB) is installed inside the crash pad and protects
the front passenger in the event of a frontal crash. The SRSCM
determines if and when to deploy the PAB.
Never
attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib)
even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is
measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in
serious personal injury. |
Components and components location
1. Passenger Airbag (PAB)
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Repair procedures
| 1. | Disconnect the battery negative terminal, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning to work. |
| 2. | Remove the main crash pad assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Main Crash Pad Assembly")
If the PAB has been deployed, replace the damaged crash pad. |
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| 3. | Loosen the mouting bolt (A) and then remove the passenger airbag.
Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb-ft) |
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| 4. | Install in the reverse order of removal. After installing the passenger airbag (PAB), confirm proper system operation: |
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Description and operation
Description
Driver
Airbag (DAB) is installed in the steering wheel and electrically
connected to SRSCM via the clock spring.
Description and operation
Description
The
Side Airbags (SAB) are installed inside the front seat and protects the
driver and passenger from danger when side crash occurs.
Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal
1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
3.Remove the steering column upper and lower shroud panel.
(Refer to Body - "Steering Column Shroud Panel")
4.
Repair procedures
Removal
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries. •
When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
