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Front Side Impact Sensor

CAUTION:
  • Removal of the airbag must be performed according to the precautions/procedures described previously.
  • Before disconnecting the side impact sensor connector(s), disconnect the side airbag connector(s).
  • Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the side impact sensor.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
  2. Remove the door scuff trim. (Refer to FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR SCUFF TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
  3. Remove the center pillar trim. (Refer to CENTER LOWER AND UPPER PILLAR TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Disconnect the Side Impact Sensor connector and remove the Side Impact Sensor mounting bolt.
    Fig 1: Locating Side Impact Sensor Mounting Bolt
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