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Impact Sensor: Service and Repair




Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure





Caution: Refer to Sensing and Diagnostic Module Voltage after Ignition is Turned Off Caution Sensing and Diagnostic Module Voltage after Ignition is Turned Off Caution.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution Battery Disconnect Caution.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the trim from the center pillar.
3. Disconnect the side impact sensor connector (2).
4. Remove the side impact sensor mounting bolts.
5. Remove the side impact sensor (1).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the side impact sensor (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice.

2. Install the side impact sensor mounting bolts.

Tighten the side impact sensor mounting bolts to 8 Nm (71 lb in).

3. Connect the side impact sensor connector (2).
4. Install the trim to the center pillar.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.