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Crash Sensor For Front Side-Airbag, Assembly Overview




Crash Sensor For Front Side-Airbag, Assembly Overview

WARNING: Observe safety precautions for working on airbags.







1 - Crash sensor for side airbag, driver's side -G179- and passenger side -G180-
- Removal

NOTE: In the illustration, crash sensor for front side-airbag is depicted on the passenger side. Removal and installation on the driver side proceeds in the same manner.

See Cautions before beginning repairs on electrical system

- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
- Remove bottom B-pillar trim.
- Loosen seat belt, complete removal is not necessary.
- Remove foam piece below B-pillar.
- Remove two bolts -2- at crash sensor from outside.
- Disengage tab on yellow connector -3-and disconnect connector.
- Installing
- Switch ignition on.

WARNING: No person may be inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.

See Cautions for connecting Telematics battery

- Connect battery Ground (GND) strap.
2 - Bolts (2x)
- Tightening torque 9 Nm.
3 - Connector

4 - B-pillar


NOTE:
- Observe safety precautions after connecting the battery.
- If Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K75- signals a malfunction after installation, DTC memory must be interrogated, erased and once again interrogated using VAS 5051 tester.