Honda Civic Service Manual: Driver's Side Airbag Removal and Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

If replacing the side airbag after deployment, refer to Component Removal, Installation, and Inspection After Deployment for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

1.

Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).

2.

Disconnect and isolate the negative cable and battery sensor (A) from the battery (B).

NOTE: Always disconnect the negative side first.

3.

Disconnect the positive cable (C) from the battery.

4.

Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2-door

1.

Remove the lower anchor cap (A).

2.

Remove the lower anchor bolt (B).

4-door

1.

Remove the anchor cover (A).

2.

Remove the lower anchor bolt (A).

1.

Remove the headrest restraint (A).

1.

Remove both seat track end covers (A).

2.

Remove the seat mounting bolts (A).

3.

Disconnect the connectors (A).

4.

Detach the clips (B).

1.

Release the strap(s) (A).

2.

Detach the connector clip (A) and the harness clips (B), and release the holder(s) (C).

3.

With seat heater: Disconnect the connector (D), and detach the harness clip(s) (E), then release the holder(s) (F).

4.

Unzip the seat-back cover (A).

5.

Release the hook strip (B).

6.

Release the hook strips (A).

7.

Detach the harness clip(s) (A).

8.

Pull out the harness(es) (B).

9.

Release airbag attachment wires A and B.

10.

Release the hooks (A).

1.

Remove the headrest guides (A).

1.

Remove the seat-back cover/pad (A).

1.

Remove the side airbag (A).

NOTE:

1.

Install the side airbag (A), then tighten the new mounting nuts.

2.

Install the clip (B).

1.

Install the seat-back cover/pad (A).

1.

Install the headrest guides (A).

1.

Install the hooks (A).

2.

Install airbag attachment wires A and B.

3.

Install the harness clip(s) (A).

4.

Install the harness(es) (B).

5.

Install the hook strips (A).

6.

Zip the seat-back cover (A).

7.

Install the hook strip (B).

8.

Install the connector clip (A), the harness clip(s) (B), and the holder(s) (C).

9.

With seat heater: Connect the connector (D), and install the harness clip(s) (E) and the holder(s) (F).

10.

Install the strap(s) (A).

1.

Connect the connectors (A).

2.

Install the clips (B).

3.

Install the seat mounting bolts (A).

NOTE:

4.

Install both seat track end covers (A).

1.

Install the headrest restraint (A).

2-door

1.

Assemble the washer, the collar, and the bushing on the lower anchor bolt as shown.

NOTE: Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the lower anchor bolt before reinstallation.

2.

Install the lower anchor bolt (A).

3.

Install the anchor cover (B).

4-door

1.

Install the lower anchor bolt (A).

2.

Install the anchor cover (A).

NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally, test the battery.

1.

Clean the battery terminals.

2.

Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery (B).

NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.

3.

Connect the negative cable and battery sensor (C) to the battery.

4.

Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.

1.

Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3.

Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not communicate, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.

1.

Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then wait for 10 seconds.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.