CAUTION:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.

1. Fully open the front door glass.
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver and then detach clips A in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
3. Pull up the front side of front beltline molding in the direction of arrow (2) shown in the figure.

4. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver and then detach clips A in the direction of arrow (3) shown in the figure.
5. Pull up the rear side of front beltline molding in the direction of arrow (4) shown in the figure.
6. Rotate the front beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (5) shown in the figure and remove it while detaching tabs B.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Floor Under Cover Removal/Installation
Front Bumper Disassembly/AssemblySas Control Module [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The SAS control module controls the air bag system operation.
Function
During a frontal collision, the SAS control module controls the following
air bag module operation (deployment).
Driver-side air bag module
Passenger-side air bag module
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Rear Crossmember Removal/Installation [2 Wd]
WARNING:
Verify that the rear crossmember is securely supported by a jack. If the
rear crossmember falls off, it can cause serious injury or death, and damage
to the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the rear ABS wheel-speed
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Air Bag System Service Warnings [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Air Bag Module Inspection
Inspecting an air bag module using a tester can operate (deploy) the air
bag module, which may cause serious injury. Do not use a tester to inspect an
air bag module. Always use the on-board diagnostic function to diagnose the
air bag module for malfunctions ...