| VELOSTER(FS) >2012 > G 1.6 GDI > Restraint (Depowered) > 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 3 minutes 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 three minutes.
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.
7. | After installing the side airbag (SAB), confirm proper system operation:
A. | Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.