Pedestrian Impact Detection System Disabling and Enabling: Notes
There are several reasons for disabling the pedestrian impact detection system (PIDS), such as repairs to the system or servicing a component near or attached to a PIDS component. There are several ways to disable the PIDS depending on what type of service is being performed. The following information covers the proper procedures for disabling/enabling the pedestrian impact detection system (PIDS).
| Condition | Action |
|---|---|
| If the vehicle was involved in an accident with a hinge deployment. | Disconnect the negative battery cable(s). Refer to Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision . |
| When performing PIDS diagnostics. | Follow the appropriate PIDS service manual diagnostic procedure(s) |
| When removing or replacing a PIDS component or a component attached to a PIDS component. | Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) |
| If the vehicle is suspected of having shorted electrical wires. | Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) |
| When performing electrical diagnosis on components other than the PIDS. | Remove the PIDS fuse(s) when indicated by the diagnostic procedure to disable the system |