Kia Optima: Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module
Description and operation
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.
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Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag
module (squib) even if you are using a specified tester. If the
circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag
deployment will result in serious personal injury.
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Components and components location
1. Passenger airbag (PAB)
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Repair procedures
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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.
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Inspect the airbag according to troubleshooting table.
(Refer to Passenger Airbag Module - "Troubleshooting")
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If the passenger airbag module has been deployed, replace the damaged
crash pad.
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Remove the main crash pad assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Main Crash Pad Assembly")
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Remove the passenger airbag module (A) after loosening the bolts.
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Tightening torque :
3.9 - 5.8 N·m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf·m, 2.8 - 4.3 lb·ft, 34.7 - 52.0
lb·in)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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After installing the airbag module, confirm proper system operation:
Switch "ON" the ignition. The SRS indicator light should turn on for
about six seconds and then off.
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Troubleshooting
Description and operation
Description
The Driver Airbag (DAB) is installed in the steering wheel and electrically connected
to SRSCM via the clock spring. It protects the driver by dep ...
Description and operation
Description
The Side Airbags (SAB) are installed inside the front seat and protects the driver
and passenger from danger when a side crash occurs. The SRSCM d ...
Other information:
To turn on the high beam headlamp, push the lever away from you. The lever will
return to its original position.
To turn off the high beam headlamps, pull the lever towards you. It will return
to the normal (low beam) position when released.
The high beam indicator will light when the headli ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
1.
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight
ahead.
2.
Measure the distance that the steering wheel can be turned without moving
the fron ...
Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring
Side Airbag (SAB) Module