Front Side Airbag Crash Sensors Safety Precautions

Front Side Airbag Crash Sensors Safety Precautions

The side airbag crash sensors react to changes in pressure, so they must be handled carefully. Keep in mind the following points:


• Always use the correct installation position and only install in the location intended in the doors.

• Protect the crash sensor from impact. Do not use a crash sensor if it has fallen on the floor. Remove crash sensor when doing body work on door.

• The crash sensor is calibrated to the volume of air inside the door. If the door is deformed resulting in a reduced air space inside the door, the function of the crash sensor will be affected.

• Avoid contaminating the crash sensor. Do not use compressed air in the area surrounding the crash sensor. Protect crash sensor from filings or shavings (for example from installing door speakers). Do not use cavity sealing or spray oil in crash sensor region.

• Protect against heat and cold: avoid heating, for example when painting or doing other body work. Crash sensors should be subject to temperatures below -40 °C (for example, in non-climatized airplane cargo holds).

• Protect crash sensor from moisture when storing and installing.

The door must seal correctly to ensure the crash sensor functions correctly. Note the following points:

• All components (for example, cover, speaker, door trim) must be installed correctly.

• The door trim panel clips seal the system. Replace the clips, if necessary.