Side Impact Sensor - C-Pillar

Side Impact Sensor - C-Pillar

NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.









WARNING: If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the restraints control module (RCM) and the impact sensor (if equipped) mounting areas for deformation. If damaged, restore the mounting areas to the original production configuration. A new RCM and sensors must be installed whether or not the air bags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition is on.

NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

1. Fold down the rear seat backrest.

2. Depower the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System). For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures.

3. Remove the rear door scuff plate.

4. Position the quarter trim panel aside.
- Pull out on the quarter trim panel at the C-pillar and to the front of the rear window to release the retaining clips to access the C-pillar side impact sensor.






5. Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector.

6. WARNING: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque. Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: Note the position of the side impact sensor locating tab for correct installation.

NOTE: Make sure the C-pillar and side impact sensor mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material.
Remove the side impact sensor bolt and the side impact sensor.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).


7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

8. Repower the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System). For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures.