Side Impact Sensor

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR







Removal

WARNING:
- To reduce the risk of accidental deployment, do not use any memory saver devices. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death.
- If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the restraints control module (RCM) and the impact sensor (if equipped) mounting areas for deformation. If damaged, restore the mounting areas to the original production configuration. A new RCM and sensors must be installed whether or not the air bags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE:
- The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
- The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
- LH shown, RH similar.

1. Depower the SRS.
2. Remove the front door scuff plate.
3. Remove the rear door scuff plate.
4. Release the front and rear door B-pillar weatherstripping.
5. Pull out to release the retaining clips and remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

6. NOTE: The side impact sensor bolts must be removed in the sequence shown.

Remove the side impact sensor with bracket.
1 Disconnect the electrical connector.
2 Remove the bolt.
3 Remove the bolt.
4 Remove the side impact sensor with bracket.







Installation

1. WARNING: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque. Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: The side impact sensor bolts must be installed in the sequence shown.

Install the side impact sensor with bracket.
1 Position the side impact sensor with bracket.
2 Install the bolt.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

3 Install the bolt.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

4 Connect the electrical connector.







2. Align the lower B-pillar lower trim panel and push in, seating the retaining clips.
3. Attach the front and rear door B-pillar weatherstripping.
4. Install the rear door scuff plate.
5. Install the front door scuff plate.
6. Repower the SRS.