Side Airbag Sensor Assy

CAUTION: Be sure to perform the initialization of the occupant classification ECU if any of the following conditions occur. If the initialization is not performed, the SRS may not operate properly.
- The occupant classification ECU is replaced.
- Accessories (seatback tray, seat cover, etc.) are installed to the vehicle.
- The passenger seat is removed from the vehicle.
- Both the SRS warning light and passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator light ("OFF") come on.
- The vehicle is brought to the workshop for repair due to an accident or collision.

VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION
a. Perform a diagnostic system check.

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED
a. Perform a diagnostic system check.
b. When the center pillar of the vehicle or its periphery is damaged, check if there is any damage to the side airbag sensor assembly. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the side airbag sensor assembly with a new one:
- Cracks, dents or chips in the case.
- Cracks or other damage to the connector.
- Peeling off of the label or damage to the serial number.

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED
a. Replace the side airbag sensor assembly.

HINT: The side airbag sensor assembly on the impacted side should be replaced after the front seat airbag assembly and curtain shield airbag assembly have deployed.