Side Impact Sensor - First Row, B-Pillar

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR - FIRST ROW, B-PILLAR







Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for correct system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and correctly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
- Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
- To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.

NOTE:
- The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
- The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
- LH shown, RH similar.

1. Depower the system.
2. Remove the B-pillar trim panel.
3. Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the sensor mounting bolt.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).







5. Remove the side impact sensor.
- To install, align the locator pegs to the openings in the B-pillar sheet metal.







6. WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag side impact sensor retaining bolt is critical for correct system operation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure
- Make sure the bolt, washer and clip are in place on the side impact sensor before installing it to the vehicle.

7. Repower the system.