Side Impact Sensor

Side Impact Sensor

Removal

WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.

NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.

NOTE: Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

1. Depower the system. For additional information, Service and Repair

2. Pull up to release the retaining clips and remove the front door scuff plate.






3. NOTE: If the safety belt guide cover is damaged or if it does not remain closed, install a new cover.

From behind the safety belt guide, release the tab and remove the safety belt guide cover.






4. Remove the safety belt guide.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the safety belt guide.






5. Pull out to release the retaining clips and position aside the upper B-pillar trim panel.






6. Pull up and out to release the retaining clips and remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.






7. Remove the side impact sensor.
1. Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolt.
3. Remove the side impact sensor.






Installation

1. Align the side impact sensor locators to the B-pillar and position the side impact sensor.






2. Install the side impact sensor.
1. Install the bolt.
2. Connect the side impact sensor electrical connector.






3. CAUTION: The wiring harness protector must be in place to prevent damage to the side impact sensor wiring by the safety belt.

Make sure the wiring harness protector is installed correctly to prevent damage to the side impact sensor wiring.






4. Align the lower B-pillar trim panel and push in on it seating the retaining clips.






5. Align the upper B-pillar trim panel and push in on it seating the retaining clips.






6. Install the safety belt guide.
1. Position the safety belt guide.
2. Install the bolt.






7. NOTE: If the safety belt guide cover is damaged or it does not remain closed, install a new cover.

Install the safety belt guide cover.






8. Install the front door scuff plate.






9. Repower the system. For additional information, Service and Repair

10. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.