SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Warning

•  Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the side air bag sensor. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.) (See SERVICE CAUTIONS.)

1.  Turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.

2.  Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WLT-1, WLT-2, WL-3, WL-C, WE-C].)

3.  Remove in the order indicated in the table.

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1	Bolt A
2	Cover
3	Connector
4	Bolt B
5	Side air bag sensor

4.  Install in the reverse order of removal.

5.  Turn the engine switch to the ON position and hold for 5 s or more.

6.  Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and goes out.

•  If the air bag system warning light does not operate, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system.