Side-Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara, and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disable air bag system. Refer to DISABLING AIR BAG SYSTEM:EXCEPT ADVANCED AIR BAG .
Roll up the seat surface of the seat back.
Remove sleeve lock nut (1) from seat back (2).

Fig 1: Removing Sleeve Lock Nut From Seat Back
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Remove side-air bag (inflator) module from seat back.
Disconnect side-air bag (inflator) module connector (1) as shown in the figure.
1. Unlock lock button (2).
2. With lock button unlocked, disconnect connector.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Side-Air Bag (Inflator) Module Connector
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

WARNING:

When carrying a live air bag (inflator) module, make sure the bag opening is pointed away from you.
Never carry air bag (inflator) module by wires or connector on the side of the module. In case of an accidental deployment, the bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury.
As the live side-air bag (inflator) module must be kept with its bag (trim cover) facing up while being stored or left standing. This is necessary so that a free space is provided to allow the air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.
Observe PRECAUTIONS (EXCEPT ADVANCE AIR BAG) or PRECAUTIONS (ADVANCED AIR BAG) for handling and storing it.
Otherwise, personal injury may result.

CAUTION: Do not damage the sleeve. Otherwise, the side-air bag cannot be correctly installed to seat back.