Airbag Roof Side Rail Module Removal And Installation/Replacement

Mobile Repair Possible: No

Special Tools Required:

Riveting Pliers - no part number

Drill Machine/Drills - no part number

WARNING: Explosive materials
Failure to follow specified procedures may result in death or serious injury due to improper handling of airbags possible.

Only appropriately trained persons may carry out work on pyrotechnic components or the Airbag Control Unit.
Perform SRS disabling procedure prior to commencing work.
When replacing components of the SRS system, never install used or non-genuine components.
Pyrotechnic Components must be handled and scrapped appropriately.

Removal Procedure:

The procedure for the left-hand component is identical to that for the right-hand side.

There is potential for inadvertent deployment of SRS systems during repairs if the system has not been properly disabled. Refer to SRS DISABLING AND ENABLING
NOTE: Ensure the 2-minute wait time has been observed before proceeding to next step.
Disconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
Remove headlining trim panel. Refer to HEADLINING TRIM PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT

Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
Unlock in the direction of the arrow and disconnect the electrical connector (1) as in above figure.

Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
Guide out bracket (1) and remove it as in above figure.

Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
Remove 5 bolts (1) as in above figure.
Torque: 8.5 Nm

Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
Remove 3 bolts (1) as in above figure.
Torque: 8.5 Nm

Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
Unhook airbag (1) and move it in the direction of the arrow.
Remove 3 blind rivets (2) (8 mm drill or equivalent).
Installation note: Replace blind rivets!!

Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
Unhook airbag (1) and remove it. Proper care must be taken when handling and disposing of Airbag components. Refer to SRS HANDLING AND SCRAPPING

Installation Procedure:

Installation is the reverse of removal procedure, noting the following.
All fasteners must be tightened to torque specification!
Install headlining trim panel. Refer to HEADLINING TRIM PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Reconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION