Side Impact Sensor (First) Replacement

Side Impact Sensor (First) Replacement

Removal

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, then wait for 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Remove the front seat assembly: '09 model. Front Seat Removal/Installation

3. Remove the front door sill inner trim.

4. Remove the lower B-pillar lower trim panel. Interior Trim Removal/Installation - B-Pillar Upper/Lower Trim

5. Disconnect the SRS wire harness 4P connector from the side impact sensor (first).

6. Using a TORX T30 bit, remove the TORX bolt (A), then remove the side impact sensor (first) (B).






Installation

1. Install the new side impact sensor (first) with the TORX bolt (A), then connect the SRS wire harness 4P connector (B) to the side impact sensor (first).

2. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure. Procedures

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

4. Reinstall all removed parts.