Side Impact-Sensor Removal and Installation
Side Impact-Sensor Removal and InstallationWARNING:
During service procedures, be very careful when handling a sensor.
- Never strike or jar a sensor.
- A sensor bolt must be carefully torqued to assure proper operation. Under loose connection, it could cause improper operation of the air bag system.
Removal
1. Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
2. Disable air bag system. Refer to Disabling Air Bag System:Advanced Air Bag.
3. Remove front door trim.
4. Turn up door sealing cover.
5. Disconnect side impact-sensor connector (1) pushing claw (2) as shown.
6. Remove side impact-sensor screws (3), and side impact-sensor (4) from front door panel (5).
Installation
CAUTION: Proper operation of side impact-sensor requires that sensor is rigidly attached to specified position.
1. Check that none of following faulty conditions exists.
- Bend, deformity or rust of under body.
- Foreign matter on mating surface of sensor.
2. Install side impact-sensor (1) to front door panel (2) and tighten side impact-sensor bolt (3) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Side impact-sensor bolt (a): 9 N.m (0.9 kg-m, 6.5 lbf-ft)
3. Connect side impact-sensor connector (4) by pushing connector till click is heard from it.
4. Return the door sealing cover, and install front door trim.
5. Enable air bag system. Refer to Enabling Air Bag System:Advanced Air Bag.
6. Connect negative (-) cable at battery.