Removal

Side Airbag Sensor Assembly:

NOTE: Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and various electrical devices unless absolutely necessary.
(If the IC terminals are touched, the IC may be destroyed by static electricity.)

1. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
a. Front door scuff plate
b. Center pillar lower garnish






2. REMOVE FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT RETRACTOR
a. Disconnect the pretensioner connector.
b. Disconnect the retractor switch connector.
c. Remove the 2 bolts and retractor.






3. REMOVE SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
a. Disconnect the connector.

NOTE: Remove the connector with the sensor assembly install

b. Using a torx wrench, remove the 3 screws and side airbag sensor assembly.
Torx wrench: T40 (Part No.09042-00020 or locally manufactured tool)