Restraints - SRS Lamp ON/Side Impact Sensor DTC Set
NO: 88-33DATE: 7-29-2003
MODEL: S/V 40
M. YEAR:
2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
CHASSIS:
0415000-
SUBJECT:
Moisture in B-pillar Side Impact Sensor.
REFERENCE:
VADIS
DESCRIPTION:
If the SRS warning lamp is on and the stored SRS-DTC indicates a fault in one of the Side Impact Sensors you should carefully check to see if traces of moisture are visible in the sensor connector.
It has been found that moisture can enter the B-pillar via the grommet for the harness to the rear door.
The grommet for the rear door harness is fitted in the B-pillar with special care from the chassis listed above.
SERVICE:
If customer complaint is consistent with the above description and within the chassis break perform the following:
Note:
Refer to picture shown.
If traces of moisture in the connector are detected you must replace the SIPS Sensor and find the root cause (location) of the water leak and seal it.
After removing the SIPS-Sensor perform a visual inspection of the connector.
If any corrosion residue is visible (see photo) this is an indication that moisture has intruded into the sensor.
Note:
If any kind of water intrusion is identified, the sensor must be replaced.
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