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Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement (Coupe)



Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement (Coupe)

Removal Procedure






Caution: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

Caution: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS). Before applying power to the SIS make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedures could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Peel back the door water deflector far enough to expose the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS).
4. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the harness connector on the SIS.
5. Disconnect the harness connector from the SIS.
6. Loosen the SIS mounting fasteners.
7. Remove the SIS from the door by sliding the SIS up and out of the keyholes in the sheet metal.

Installation Procedure

1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.




2. Install the SIS to the door by sliding the sensor fasteners into the keyholes in the sheet metal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the SIS mounting fasteners.

Tighten the fasteners to 7.5 N.m (66 lb in).

4. Install the SIS harness connector to the SIS.
5. Install the CPA to the SIS harness connector.
6. Install the door water deflector.
7. Install the front door trim.
8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.