Crash Sensor For Driver Side/Passenger Side Curtain Protection, Removing and Installing

Crash Sensor For Driver Side/passenger Side Curtain Protection, Removing And Installing

NOTE:
- Removal and installation is described for left side of vehicle. same instructions apply for removal and installation for right-hand side.
- Observe notes regarding coding in radio operators manual before disconnecting battery.
- After connecting battery, vehicle options (radio, clock, electric window regulator) must be checked according to repair manual and/or user manual.

Removing
- Switch ignition off.
- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
- Remove driver/passenger seat.

CAUTION: Observe safety precautions for working on airbags.

- Remove floor carpet - 4 - and insulation mat in sensor area.

CAUTION: Electrostatic charges may result in involuntary deployment of airbag. Therefore, mechanic must be electrostatically discharged before disconnecting ignition- and Ground (GND) wires. This is done e.g. by briefly grasping chassis or door striker.







- Disconnect harness connector - 2 - and unscrew two bolts - 3 - (6 Nm).







Installing
- Installation is reverse of removal.
- Switch on ignition.
- Close doors.

CAUTION: Make sure no one is in vehicle.

- Connect battery Ground (GND) strap.