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ODS Unit Replacement

ODS Unit Replacement

'08 model


NOTE: Review the front seat replacement procedure before doing repairs or service.

Removal

1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then wait for 3 minutes before starting 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 ODS unit harness 18P connector (B) and sensor connectors (C) from the ODS unit (D).






5. Remove the two mounting nuts (E) and the ODS unit.

Installation

1. Place the ODS unit (A) on the seat-back frame. Tighten the two mounting nuts (B), and connect the ODS unit harness 18P connector (C) and sensor connectors (D) to the ODS unit. Reinstall the cover (E).






2. Install the seat-back cover in the reverse order of removal.
3. Install the front passenger's seat assembly, then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
4. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
5. Set the seat-back in the normal position, and make sure there is nothing on the front passenger's seat.
6. Initialize the ODS unit. Programming and Relearning
7. After installing the ODS 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.