Impact Sensor: Service and Repair

SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

CAUTION:
- Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
- Do not use old nut or bolt coated with bonding agent after removal; replace with new ones.
- Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to ensure they are free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.
- Do not attempt to disassemble side air bag (satellite) sensor.
- Replace side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.




1. Remove front seat belt pre-tensioner.
2. Disconnect side air bag (satellite) sensor connector.
3. Remove bolt and nut from side air bag (satellite) sensor unit.
Then remove the side air bag (satellite) sensor.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Check side air bag (satellite) sensor for proper installation.
- After replacement of side air bag (satellite) sensor, check SRS function and perform self-diagnosis. Refer to SRS-18, "SRS Operation Check" for details. [1][2]Component Tests and General Diagnostics

To install, reverse the removal procedure sequence.