Side Impact Sensor Replacement

Side Impact Sensor Replacement

Removal

NOTE:

• Removal of the side impact sensor must be performed according to the precautions/procedures described before.
  
• Before disconnecting the side impact sensor 2P connector(s), disconnect the side airbag 2P connector(s).
  
• Do not turn the ignition switch ON (II) and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the side impact sensor.
  

1.	Disconnect the negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.

2.	Remove the seat assembly.

3.	Remove the rear side trim panel.

4.	Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector from the side impact sensor.

5.	Remove the Torx bolt (A) using a Torx T30 bit, then remove the side impact sensor (B).   AB

Installation

NOTE:

• Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
  
• Do not turn the ignition switch ON (II) and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the side impact sensor.
  

1.	Install the new side impact sensor with a new Torx bolt (A) then connect the floor wire harness 2P connector (B) to the side impact sensor (C).   BCA 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)

2.	Reconnect the negative battery cable.

3.	After installing the side impact sensor, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II): the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.