SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Warning

• Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the side 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 ignition switch to the LOCK position.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.

3. Remove the B-pillar lower trim.

4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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

Caution

• When replacing the side air bag sensor, performing the following operations while turning the ignition switch to the ON position will cancel the sensor code over-write, which could cause the air bags to fail to operate (deploy).

- The ignition switch is not held for 5 s or more and turned to the LOCK position.

- The engine is started.

• If the above operations are performed and the sensor code over-write is canceled, it will be necessary to replace the sensor again.

7. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 3 s and then goes out.

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