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OPDS Unit Replacement

OPDS Unit Replacement

Removal

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the passenger's side airbag harness 2P connector.
3. Remove the front passenger's seat assembly and seat-back cover.




4. Remove the cover (A), then disconnect the OPDS unit harness 8P connector D and sensor connectors (B) from the OPDS unit (C).
5. Remove the two screws (E) and the OPDS unit.

Installation




1. Place the new OPDS unit (A) on the front passenger's seat-back frame. Tighten the two screws (B), and connect the OPDS unit harness 8P connector D and &ensor connectors (C) to the OPDS unit. Reinstall the cover (E).
2. Install the seat-back cover in the reverse order of removal.
3. Install the seat assembly, then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
4. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
5. Set the seat-back in a normal position, and make sure there is nothing on the seat.
6. Initialize the OPDS unit.
7. After installing the OPDS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
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