Kia Picanto (JA): Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module

Kia Picanto (JA) 2017-2026 Service & Repair Manual / Restraint / Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module

Description and operation

Description

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

Components

1. Passenger Airbag (PAB)

Repair procedures

Replacement

1.	Disconnect the battery negative terminal, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning to work.

Remove the main crash pad assembly.

(Refer to Body - "Main Crash Pad Assembly")

If the PAB has been deployed, replace the damaged crash pad.

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)

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.

Side Airbag (SAB) Module❯

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.

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