Mitsubishi Outlander: Curtain Air Bag Module(s)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING

• Never attempt to disassemble or repair the curtain air bag modules. If faulty, replace it.
• Do not drop the curtain air bag modules or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace it if a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected.
• Do not expose the curtain air bag modules to temperatures over 93ºC (200ºF).
• Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling air bags that have already deployed.
• Certain components of this vehicle, such as air bag modules, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may apply. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
• An undeployed curtain air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures.
• When removing and installing the front passenger seat, be sure to carry out accuracy check occupant classification sensor after the seat has been installed in the vehicle.

Pre-removal Operation

• Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Removal steps

1. Negative (−) battery cable connection

• Headlining

2. Curtain air bag module connector connection
3. Curtain air bag module

INSTALLATION STEPS

• Pre-installation inspection

3. Curtain air bag module

2. Curtain air bag module connector connection

• Headlining

1. Negative (−) battery cable connection

• Post-installation inspection

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

NEGATIVE (−) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION

DANGER Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.

WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

Disconnect the negative (−) battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and seat belt pre-tensioner operation.

CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTOR REMOVAL

Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to unlock the locking button of the curtain air bag harness side connector. After releasing the lock, disconnect the connector.

CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL

WARNING

• The air bag module must not be measured with such equipment as an ohmmeter.
• The air bag module must not be disassembled.
• The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the deployment surface facing up.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

WARNING Dispose of curtain air bag module only according to the specified procedure.

1. When installing the new curtain air bag module, refer to "INSPECTION".

2. Connect the negative (−) battery cable.

CAUTION To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.

3. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

5. Check DTCs using scan tool MB991958 to ensure entire SRS operates properly.

At this time, check that no DTC except B1B1A and B1B2C are set.

DANGER Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.

WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

6. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Disconnect the negative (−) battery cable and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and seat belt pre-tensioner operation.

CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE INSTALLATION

CAUTION

• Take care not to bend or distort the curtain air bag when installing it.
• Take care that the surrounding components do not trap the air bag.
• Take care that the front pillar trim clips or other parts do not interfere with the strap.

CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTOR CONNECTION

Connect the curtain air bag module connector, then securely lock the locking button of the harness-side connector.

POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

1. Connect the negative (−) battery cable.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

3. Does the "SRS" warning light illuminate for approximately seven seconds, and go out? 4. If yes, the SRS system is functioning properly.

INSPECTION

CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE CHECK

DANGER Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the air bag modules (squib), even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental air bag deployment will result, and possible serious personal injury.

WARNING If any component damage is found during the following inspection, replace the air bag module with a new one. Dispose of the old one according to the specified procedure.

1. Check that the curtain air bag deployment part of the headlining is normal.

2. Check the inflator surface for cracks, dents or deformations.

3. Check the air bag for breakage.

4. Check the connector for damage, the terminal for deformation and the harness for binding.

Seat Belts With Pre-tensioner

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING

• Never attempt to disassemble or repair the seat belt pre-tensioner. If faulty, replace it.
• Be extremely careful when handling the seat with pre-tensioner. Do not subject it to shocks, drop it, bring it close to strong magnets or allow contact with water, grease or oil.

  Always replace it with a new part if any dents, cracks or deformation is found.

• Do not place anything on the seat belt pre-tensioner.
• Do not expose the seat belt pre-tensioner to temperatures over 90ºC (194ºF).
• After operating the seat belt pre-tensioner, replace the seat belt pre-tensioner with a new part.
• Gloves and protective goggles must be worn when handling a seat belt pre-tensioner once it has been used.
• Certain components of this vehicle, such as seat belt pre-tensioners, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may apply. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
• If disposing of a seat belt with pre-tensioner which has not yet been operated, its seat belt pre-tensioner must be operated first before disposal.
• When removing and installing the front passenger seat belt, be sure to carry out accuracy check of the occupant classification sensor after the seat has been installed in the vehicle.

  (On-Vehicle Service)

Pre-removal Operation

• Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Removal steps

1. Negative (−) battery cable connection

• Front scuff plate, scuff plate rear, center pillar lower

2. Center pillar trim upper cap
3. Center pillar trim upper
4. lap pre-tensioner connector connection <Driver's seat belt>
5. Seat belt pre-tensioner connector connection
6. Seat belt with pre-tensioner

Installation steps

• Pre-installation inspection

6. Seat belt with pre-tensioner

5. Seat belt pre-tensioner connector connection

4. lap pre-tensioner connector <Driver's seat belt>

3. Center pillar trim upper

2. Center pillar trim upper cap

• Front scuff plate, scuff plate rear, center pillar lower

1. Negative (−) battery cable connection

• Post-installation inspection

Required Special Tools:

• MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
  • MB991824:Vehicle Communication Interface( V.C.I.)
  • MB991827:M.U.T.-III USB Cable
  • MB991910:M.U.T.-III Main Harness A

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

NEGATIVE (−) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION

DANGER Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

Disconnect the negative (−) battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and seat belt pre-tensioner operation.

LAP PRE-TENSIONER CONNECTOR DISCONNECTION

Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to unlock the locking button of the floor wiring harness side connector. After releasing the lock, disconnect the connector.

SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER CONNECTOR DISCONNECTION

Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to unlock the locking button of the floor wiring harness side connector. After releasing the lock, disconnect the connector.

SEAT BELT WITH PRE-TENSIONER REMOVAL

CAUTION When discarding the seat belt with pre-tensioner, discard after operating the pre-tensioner as specified in the service procedure.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

WARNING Dispose of seat belt pre-tensioner only according to the specified procedure.

1. When installing the new seat belt pre-tensioner, refer to "INSPECTION".

2. Connect the negative (−) battery cable.

CAUTION To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.

3. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

5. Check DTCs using scan tool MB991958 to ensure entire SRS operates properly.

At this time, check that no DTC except B1C35, B1C3A and B1C49 are set.

DANGER Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.

WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. 6. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Disconnect the negative (−) battery cable and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and seat belt pre-tensioner operation.

PRE-TENSIONER CONNECTOR CONNECTION

Connect the pre-tensioner connector then securely lock the locking button of the harness-side connector.

POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

1. Reconnect the negative (−) battery cable.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

3. Does the "SRS" warning light illuminate for approximately seven seconds, and go out? 4. If yes, the SRS system is functioning properly.

INSPECTION

WARNING

• If any component damage is found during the following inspection, replace the seat belt with pre-tensioner with a new one. Dispose of the old one according to the specified procedure.
• Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the seat belt pre-tensioner even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental seat belt pre-tensioner operation will result in serious personal injury.

1. Check seat belt pre-tensioner for dents, cracks or deformation.

2. Check the connectors for damage, the terminals for deformation, and the harness for binding.

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