Removal and Installation

COMPONENT

REMOVAL

NOTE:
- If the wiring connector of the SRS is disconnected with the ignition switch at ON or ACC position, DTCs will be recorded.
- Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace then with new parts.
- Never reuse the sensor involved in a collision when the SRS has deployed.
- Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.

1. REMOVE BATTERY
a. Remove the bolt and battery clamp.
b. Remove the battery and battery carrier.




2. REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR RH
a. Disconnect the front airbag sensor connector.

NOTE: Disconnect the connector with the front airbag sensor installed.

b. Remove the 2 nuts and front airbag sensor RH.




3. REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR LH
a. Disconnect the front airbag sensor connector.

NOTE: Disconnect the connector with the front airbag sensor installed.

b. Remove the 2 bolts and front airbag sensor LH.




INSTALLATION

1. INSTALL FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR LH AND RH
a. Install the front airbag sensor with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts with the arrows on the sensors facing toward the front of the vehicle.
Torque: 20 Nm (205 kg.cm, 15 ft.lb)

NOTE:
- Connection of the connector is done after the sensor has been installed.
- Make sure the sensor is installed with the specified torque.
- If the sensor has been dropped, or there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, brackets or connector, replace the removed sensor with new one.
- The front sensor is equipped with an electrical connection check mechanism. Be sure to lock this mechanism securely when connecting the connector. If the connector is not securely locked, a malfunction code will be detected by the diagnostic system.

b. Connect the front airbag sensor connectors.

2. INSTALL BATTERY
a. Install the battery carrier and battery.
b. Install the battery clamp with the bolt.