Side Air Bag (Satellite) Sensor

SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

WARNING: Do not reuse center pillar upper garnish if removed.

CAUTION:
- Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
- Do not disassemble the side air bag (satellite) sensor.
- Do not use old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.




- Replace the side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
- Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with a new one.

1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the front seat belt retractor.




3. Remove the nuts (1) and remove side air bag (satellite) sensor (2).
"Arrow" indicates Vehicle front

4. Disconnect the side air bag (satellite) sensor harness connector (3).

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS- 18, "SRS Operation Check". [1][2]Component Tests and General Diagnostics