Impact Sensor: Service and Repair

Side impact sensors are installed behind the center pillar trims on both driver and passenger sides of the vehicle.

WARNING:
- Never attempt to disassemble or repair the side impact sensor. If faulty, replace it.
- Do not drop or subject the side impact sensor to impact or vibration. Replace the side impact sensor, if dents, cracking, deformation, or rust are present.
- Replace the side impact sensor after the air bag has deployed.

Side Impact Sensor:

Side Impact Sensor Part 2:

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT




[[A]] NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION

DANGER: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and air bag deployment.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

]]A[[ PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Check the side impact sensor for dents, breakage and bending and measure the resistance between the terminals, even when installing a new side impact sensor.




]]B[[ SIDE IMPACT SENSOR INSTALLATION

WARNING: If the side impact sensor is not installed securely and correctly, the side air bag may not operate normally.

Securely connect the connector.




]]C[[ POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

1. Reconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Does the SRS warning light illuminate for approximately 7 seconds, and then remain off for at least 5 seconds after turning "OFF"?
4. If yes, the SRS system is functioning properly.