Service Procedure
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Write down all radio station presets.
2. If equipped, write down / record the following customer settings for the ATC (Automatic Temperature Control) system. (Refer to the Service Manual as needed):
^ Temperature Setting Trimmer
^ Foot Position Setting Trimmer
^ Inlet Port Memory Function
3. Move the front passenger seat forward and remove the rear mounting bolts.
4. Move the front passenger seat to the full rear position.
5. Adjust the seatback (recline) to the full forward position.
6. Remove the front mounting bolts for the front passenger seat.
7. Make sure the ignition is OFF and disconnect both battery cables (negative cable first).
8. Wait at least 3 minutes after the battery cables are disconnected.
IMPORTANT:
Follow all cautions, warnings, and notes in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) when working on or near a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), such as an airbag.
9. Tip the seat backward as far as possible without overstretching the seat wiring harness.
10. For Sedan only: Look under the seat, locate the tie-wrap shown in Figure 2 and separate the BTS harness from the tie-wrap as follows:.
a. Carefully cut / remove the tie-wrap shown in Figure 2.
b. Separate the BTS harness.
c. Install a new "mounting clip type" tie-wrap (P/N 24225 - 79960).
d. Cut excess tie-wrap flush so there are no sharp edges
NOTE:
Refer to BEFORE and AFTER in Figure 3.
11. Look under the seat; locate and unclip the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) harness connector from the bracket.
^ Sedan shown in Figure 4.
^ Coupe shown in Figure 4A.
12. Disconnect and reconnect the BTS connector 3 times.
NOTE:
This step is used to clean the connector contacts and ensure good continuity through the connector.
13. Mix a small amount (about 1/2 ounce) of "5 MINUTE(R) EPOXY" in a suitable mixing tray.
NOTE:
See the Parts Information for product detail and MSDS information.
CAUTION:
^ Use chemical resistant gloves when handling this product.
^ Wear safety glasses with side shields.
14. Place covers on the floor and seat to protect against epoxy spills.
15. Apply the epoxy to the back side (wire gates) of the BTS connector (see Figure 7).
^ Apply epoxy to all wire gates.
^ Work epoxy into the wire gates and around each wire.
NOTE:
Leave the connector undisturbed for 5 minutes while the epoxy cures.
16. For Sedan Only: Install the new BTS connector bracket to the seat frame as shown in Figure 8 and torque the bolts:
^ Bolt #1: 17.6 - 26.5 Nm (1.8 2.7 kg-m, 13 - 20 ft-lb).
^ Bolt #2: 2.4 - 4.6 Nm (0.24 0.47 kg-m, 21 - 41 in-lb).
17. Clip the BTS connector onto the new bracket.
^ Sedan shown in Figure 9 above.
^ Coupe shown in Figure 9A above.
18. Install a tie-wrap (P/N 24216 - S5800) around the connector as shown.
^ Sedan shown in Figure 9 above.
^ Coupe shown in Figure 9A above.
a. Route the tie-wrap through the hole(s) in the bracket.
b. Position the tie-wrap so the excess end is not straight down.
c. Pull the tie-wrap tight.
d. Cut the excess tie-wrap flush so there is no sharp edge.
19. Install a "mounting clip type" tie-wrap (P/N 24225 - 79900) as shown.
^ Sedan shown in Figure 9 above.
^ Coupe shown in Figure 9A above.
20. For Coupe only: Flip the new bracket over and mount it as shown in Figure 10.
^ Torque nut to 17.6 - 26.5 Nm (1.8 - 2.7 kg-m, 13 - 20 ft-lb).
21. Reinstall the seat in reverse order.
^ Seat mounting bolt torque: 49 Nm (5.0 kg-m, 36 ft-lb).
22. Connect the battery cables, positive cable first.
23. Reset the clock and the radio station presets.
24. Reset / Re-initialize power windows, power sunroof, ATC, etc. as needed.
^ For details, refer to Additional Service When Removing Battery Negative Terminal in the GI section of the appropriate Service Manual.
25. Connect CONSULT-II or C-III to the vehicle and check air bag codes.
^ Erase BELT TENSION SEN [UNIT FAIL] (B1019) DTC that may be stored in Self Diagnosis Current or Self Diagnosis Past.
NOTE:
^ If using C-III, air bag Self Diagnosis Past is under "Special Function" (see Figure 11).
^ Codes other than the above are not covered by this bulletin. If any codes other than the above are stored; diagnose and repair as needed using usual diagnostic and repair procedures.
26. Disconnect CONSULT from the vehicle.
27. Turn the ignition OFF and then ON. Make sure the air bag warning lamp (on the instrument panel) turns ON and then goes OFF after about 7 seconds.