Blind Spot Module: Service and Repair

Side Obstacle Detection (SOD) Module

NOTE: Rear bumper cover removed for clarity.

NOTE: Left rear quarter panel shown, right side similar.











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Removal and Installation

Side obstacle detection (SOD) module

1. NOTE: Module configuration is only required if a new Side Obstacle Detection Control Module - Left (SOD-L) or
Side Obstacle Detection Control Module - Right (SOD-R) is being installed. Upload the SOD-L or SOD-R module configuration information to the scan tool. For additional information, refer to Programmable Module Installation (PMI) in Information Bus. Programming and Relearning

2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

3. Remove the 3 rear fender splash shield push pins. For additional information, refer to Bumper.

4. Remove the 4 lower rear bumper quarter panel splash shield screws.

5. Remove the rear bumper cover screw and gently flex it to access the SOD-L or the SOD-R.
- Remove the screw and washer.

- Disconnect the electrical connector.

6. Remove the SOD-L or the SOD-R.

7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Bracket only

8. Remove the rear bumper cover. For additional information, refer to Bumper.

9. Disconnect the SOD-L or the SOD-R electrical connector and the wiring harness retainer.

10. With a suitable tool, such as pliers, squeeze the retaining tabs of the bracket located in the luggage compartment behind the side carpet panel.





11. NOTE: The bracket has a strip of adhesion tape that holds the bracket to the vehicle.

With a suitable tool, such as a flat-bladed scraper, pry the bracket away from the vehicle.

12. NOTE: When installing the bracket, make sure the retaining tab portion of the bracket snaps firmly into the vehicle and 2 audible clicks are heard.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

- Download the SOD-L or the SOD-R configuration information. For additional information, refer to Information Bus.

- NOTE: When enabling the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS(TM)) and Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) system make sure to enable the systems in both the SOD-L and the SOD-R. Failure to do so will result in a mismatch system fault.

Verify in the programmable parameters that the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS(TM)) and Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) system are enabled in the SOD-L and SOD-R.

- After the SOD-L or the SOD-R is configured, shift the selector lever though all the transaxle gear positions (PRNDL).