Impact Sensor: Service and Repair

WARNING:
- Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally deploy the side air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
3. Remove the B-pillar trim.
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Turn the ignition switch to ON.





7. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.
If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic.