Impact Sensor: Service and Repair

CAUTION:
- Do not damage the sensor wiring.
- Do not install used SRS parts from another car, When repairing an SRS, use only new parts.
- Carefully inspect the dash sensors for signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then the positive cable.
2. Before disconnecting any part of the SRS wire harness, install the short connectors (RED).
3. Remove the dashboard lower cover.

Dash Sensor Removal:

4. Pull back the carpeting, and disconnect the 2P connector between the dash sensor and SRS main harness.

Dash Sensor Removal:

5. Remove the two dash sensor mounting bolts from the sensor bracket, then remove the dash sensor.


Installation

CAUTION:
- Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other car parts.
- Replace a sensor if it is dented, cracked or deformed.
- For the SRS to function properly, the right and left sensors must be installed on the proper sides.

1. Be sure the battery cables are disconnected.

Dash Sensor Installation:

2. Install the sensor securely.
3. Remove the short connectors (RED) from the passenger's airbag, and remove the SRS Service Connector from the SRS main harness.
4. Reconnect the passenger's airbag 3P connector to the SRS main harness 3P connector, then reinstall the glove box.
5. Remove the short connector (RED) from the driver's airbag, and remove the SRS Service Connector from the cable reel.
6. Reconnect the driver's airbag 3P connector to the cable reel connector. Attach the short connector (RED) to the access panel, then reinstall the panel on the steering wheel.
7. Remove the short connectors (RED) from both seat belt tensioners, then attach the short connectors (RED) to their holders.
8. Reconnect the floor wire harness connectors to the driver's and passenger's seat belt tensioners.
9. Reconnect the battery positive cable, then the negative cable.
10. After installing the dash sensor, confirm proper system operation:
Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.