2026-08-09

Ramp - Airbag - B-Pillar - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15180101102 FRT 0.30 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Ramp - Airbag - B-Pillar - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the headliner
2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T25 socket
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the headliner to the body
2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T30 socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the LH B-pillar lower trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).
  2. Release the clip that attaches the LH B-pillar lower air duct to the body.
  3. Release the clips (x5) that attach the LH B-pillar upper trim assembly to the vehicle, and then move the trim aside.
    Note
    Pull the bottom of the upper B-pillar inwards, and then pull the top to release the remaining clips.
  4. Push to open the LH rear coat hook.
  5. Release the tab to open the LH rear coat hook bolt cover.
  6. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the headliner.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  7. Release the tab to partially release the headliner from the body, and then remove the bolt that attaches the headliner to the body.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  8. Carefully insert an inflatable airbag between the headliner and the body, and inflate the airbag.
    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage the headliner.
    Note
    This is to gain access to the airbag ramp.
  9. Release the clips (x2) that attach the curtain airbag to the ramp and body to partially release the LH curtain airbag from the body.
    CAUTION
    When clips are damaged during removal, the curtain airbag must be replaced.
  10. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  11. Release the clip and locator pin that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body, and then remove the ramp from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body, and then install the locator pin and clip that attach the ramp to the body.
  2. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  3. Install the clips (x2) that attach the curtain airbag to the ramp and body.
    CAUTION
    When clips are damaged during removal, the curtain airbag must be replaced.
  4. Install the bolt that attaches the headliner to the body, and then install the tab that attaches the headliner to the body.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  5. Deflate the inflatable airbag, and then remove it from the vehicle.
  6. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the headliner.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  7. Engage the tab to close the LH rear coat hook bolt cover.
  8. Push to close the LH rear coat hook.
  9. Align location pins (x2) to the slots on the body, and then secure the clips (x5) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim assembly to the vehicle.
    Note
    Make sure that the air vent is properly installed.
  10. Install the clip that attaches the LH B-pillar lower air duct to the body.
  11. Install the LH B-pillar lower trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).