Side Impact Sensors
Four side impact sensors are used on this model when it is equipped with the curtain airbags, two each for the left and right sides of the vehicle. The sedan and wagon side impact sensor locations are identical. These sensors are mounted remotely from the impact sensor that is internal to the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). Each side sensor is secured with two screws to the inner right or left B-pillar and C-pillar within the passenger compartment.
The right and left side impact sensors are identical in construction and calibration. A cavity in the center of the molded black plastic impact sensor housing contains the electronic circuitry of the sensor which includes an electronic communication chip and an electronic impact sensor. Potting material fills the cavity to seal and protect the internal electronic circuitry and components.
The impact sensors cannot be repaired or adjusted and, if damaged or faulty, they must be replaced.