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Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement (Sedan)




Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement (Sedan)

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning (Service Precautions).

1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Capacitor discharge waiting time is 1 minute.
3. Position the front seat as far forward as possible.




4. Remove the rear sill inner panelling.

* Remove the 5 clips.
* Remove the inner panelling sill upwards.




5. Remove the side airbag sensor.

* Remove the 2 bolts.
* Disconnect the wiring harness plug.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

1. Install the sensor.

* Connect the wiring harness plug.

Tighten the 2 bolts to 6 Nm (53 lb in).

2. Reposition the driver seat to the previous position.
3. Install the rear sill panelling.
Install the 5 clips.
4. Connect the battery.

Note: After ignition ON, the airbag system readiness indicator illuminates for 4 seconds and then goes out.

5. Preform the readiness inspection.
6. For programming procedures, refer to Control Module References (Programming and Relearning).