Side Airbag Sensor: Installation: Installation

HINT: 

The procedure described below is for the RH side. Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides, unless otherwise specified.

1. INSTALL SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR 
   1. Check that the ignition switch is off.
   2. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.
      WARNING:

      • Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
      • Confirm that the negative battery terminal is disconnected before performing the operation. Even an impact to only the airbag sensor will cause the airbag to deploy.
   3. Insert the pin (stopper) into the body hole to install the side airbag sensor to the vehicle with the bolt.
      Fig 1: Identifying Side Airbag Sensor & Fasteners

      Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 9.0 N*m (92 kgf*cm, 80 in.*lbf) 

      NOTE:

      • If the side airbag sensor has been dropped, or there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the case or connector, replace it with a new one.
      • When installing the side airbag sensor, be careful that the SRS wiring does not interfere with and is not pinched between other parts.
      • Make sure that the pin (stopper) is securely inserted into the body hole.
      • Tighten the bolt while holding the side airbag sensor because the side airbag sensor pin (stopper) is easily damaged.
   4. Connect the connector to the side airbag sensor.
      NOTE:

      When connecting any airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

      1. Connect the connector as shown in the illustration (when locking, make sure that the outer connector locking sleeve returns to its original position and a click sound can be heard).
         Fig 2: Connecting Airbag Outer Connector Locking Sleeve

         Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
         TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION
         
         

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         Outer Connector Locking Sleeve

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         HINT: 

         When connected, the outer connector locking sleeve will slide. Be sure not to hold the outer connector locking sleeve while connecting, as it may result in an insecure fit.

   5. Check that there is no looseness in the installation parts of the side airbag sensor.
2. INSTALL FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REASSEMBLY - Step 30
3. INSTALL FRONT DOOR LOWER FRAME BRACKET GARNISH  . Refer to REASSEMBLY - Step 31
4. INSTALL FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL PLUG  . Refer to REASSEMBLY - Step 32
5. INSTALL FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REASSEMBLY - Step 33
6. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
   NOTE:

   When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION .

   Torque: 5.4 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf) 

7. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT 

   Refer to DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM