Side Impact Sensor

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR

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. Install and correctly position a new sensor and any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
- The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
- 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 carry out the diagnostic procedure again.

1. Depower the system. Service and Repair







2. Pull up to release the retaining clips and remove the front door scuff plate.







3. NOTE: If the safety belt guide cover is damaged or if it does not remain attached, install a new cover.

Remove the safety belt guide cover.







4. Remove the nut and safety belt guide.







5. Inspect both sides of the safety belt guide bushing and install new if necessary.







6. Pull out to release the retaining clips and position aside the upper B-pillar trim panel.







7. Pull up and out to release the retaining clips and remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.







8. Remove the side impact sensor.
1 Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector.
2 Remove the bolt.
3 Remove the side impact sensor.

Installation







1. Align the side impact sensor locators to the B-pillar and position the side impact sensor.







2. WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag side impact sensor retaining bolt is critical for correct system operation.

Install the side impact sensor.
1 Install the bolt.
2 Connect the side impact sensor electrical connector.







3. Make sure the wiring harness protector is installed correctly to prevent damage to the side impact sensor wiring.







4. Align the lower B-pillar trim panel and push in on it seating the retaining clips.







5. Align the upper B-pillar trim panel and push in on it seating the retaining clips.







6. Position the safety belt guide and install the nut.







7. NOTE: If the safety belt guide cover is damaged or it does not remain attached, install a new cover.

Install the safety belt guide cover.







8. Install the front door scuff plate.
9. Repower the system. Service and Repair
10. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.