Removal and Installation

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

A side impact sensor is installed behind the center pillar trim 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.














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

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

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

DANGER:
Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work. (Refer to Technician Safety Information).

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-airbag may not operate normally.

1. Securely connect the connector.

2. Securely install the side impact sensor so that the arrow on the label should face toward the outside of the vehicle.

]]C[[ POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION





3. Connect the negative (-) battery cable.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

5. Does the SRS warning light illuminate for approximately seven seconds, and go out?

6. If yes, the SRS system is functioning properly. If not, refer to SRS Warning Light Check.