Side Impact Sensor - C-Pillar

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR - C-PILLAR







Removal

WARNING:
- Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
- Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for correct system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and correctly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
- To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.

NOTE:
- The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
- The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.
- Driver side shown, passenger side similar.

1. Depower the system.
2. Lift to release and remove the rear door scuff plate.
3. Remove the safety belt retractor anchor bolt.
4. Pull out at the front of the rear quarter trim panel, releasing the retaining clips, allowing access to the side impact sensor.
5. Remove the side impact sensor bolt.
6. Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector and remove the sensor and bracket.

Installation







1. Make sure the second row side impact sensor tabs are aligned to the bracket.
2. Position the side impact sensor and bracket locator pin to the opening in the quarter panel sheet metal and install the bolt.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

3. Connect the side impact sensor electrical connector.
4. Align the rear quarter trim panel and push in, seating the retaining clips.

5. NOTE: Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted prior to installation.

Install the safety belt retractor anchor bolt.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Verify the safety belt retractor operates without excessive effort or binding.

6. Install the rear door scuff plate.
7. Repower the system.