Impact Sensor: Service and Repair

Lateral Acceleration Sensor, Removing And Installing

NOTE:
- A lateral acceleration sensor is installed under each of the front seats.
- The two sensors are identical (arrow faces outward on installation).

- Removing:
- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
- Remove front seat
- Remove lower - A - pillar trim
- Unclip sill panel trim on inside.
- Lift carpeting around sensor.
- Cut through cable tie - 4 -.
- Unplug connector - 2 - for lateral acceleration sensor - 1 -.







- Remove screws - 3 - (2x). Tightening torque 6 Nm
- Remove lateral acceleration sensor - 1 -.

- Installing:
- Replace cable tie.
- Switch ignition on.

CAUTION: Make sure no-one is in the vehicle when connecting battery.

- Close doors.
- Connect battery Ground (GND) strap.

NOTE:
- After connecting the battery, check vehicle equipment (radio, clock, electric windows)
- If the Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) K75 signals a malfunction after assembling, then DTC memory must be erased and checked again using vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 A scan tool.