SRS Component Inspections

SRS COMPONENT VISUAL CHECK





DANGER: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work. The SRS system is designed to retain enough voltage to deploy the air bag for a short time even after the battery has been disconnected, Serious injury may result from unintended air bag deployment if work is done on the SRS system immediately after the battery cable is disconnected.

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

1. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position, disconnect the negative battery cable and tape the terminal.
2. Remove the floor console assembly.
3. Disconnect a connector from the SRS-ECU.

SIDE IMPACT SENSORS

WARNING: If the side impact sensor is not installed securely and correctly, the side-airbag may not operate normally. If a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected, replace with a new sensor.








1. Check the side impact sensor and bracket for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check the connector for damage, and terminal for deformation.
3. Check that there is no bending or corrosion in the side outer panel (ECLIPSE) or quarter panel (ECLIPSE SPYDER).

REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT SENSOR IF IT FAILS THE VISUAL CHECK

NOTE: The illustration at left shows the left side impact sensor (LH). The position of the side impact sensor (RH) is symmetrical to this.