RE: beat up 02 accord coupe
 

Well, back on topic...
Jiganto, if you're gonna replace the airbags yourself, invest in a Helm shop manual. (www.helminc.com or check public library??)

That would have VERY detailed procedures about how & what you need to do in order to do the job safely. That's one place where I wouldn't trust thesimpler Chilton or Haynes books.