OEM 2003 Toyota Prius Air Bag

2003 Toyota Prius Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How do you remove and install the side Air Bag assembly on 2003 Toyota Prius?

  A: The first step to remove a side Air Bag assembly involves removing the front seat using 2 track covers and 4 bolts while also disconnecting the side Air Bag connector without harming the wire harness. You must remove the reclining adjuster release handle after unfastening 2 screws from the front seat cushion shield and repeat these steps on the opposite side. You need to remove first the seat cushion assembly yet handle the wire harness delicately before performing the seatback assembly procedure by unscrewing 4 bolts while making certain the Air Bag deployment area remains facing upward. Installation starts with attaching the seatback assembly to the seat adjuster through 4 bolts torqued to 43 N.m along with the installation of 5 new hog rings with attention to minimizing wrinkles in the area. The seat cushion assembly must be installed next while you fasten the front seat cushion shields using 2 screws on each side. Begin with reconnecting the reclining adjuster release handle followed by attaching the front seat through side Air Bag connector installation and moving the seat toward its most forward position until the seat adjuster securely locks. Avoid holding the seat track handle when mounting the seat before performing temporary front bolt tightening followed by a final bolt torque that reaches 37 N.m (375 kgf.cm, 27 ft.lbf). To complete assembly the seat must be positioned to the frontmost point to install and tighten both rear bolts to 37 N.m (375 kgf.cm, 27 ft.lbf). Then reinstall the 2 seat track covers.