Side Impact-Sensor Inspection
Side Impact-Sensor InspectionReference: Side Impact-Sensor Removal and Installation:Advanced Air Bag
WARNING: During service procedures, be very careful when handling a sensor.
^ Never strike or jar a sensor.
^ A sensor and mounting bracket bolts must be carefully torqued to assure proper operation. Under loose connection, it could cause improper operation of the air bag system.
CAUTION:
^ Never disassemble side impact-sensor.
^ Sensor should be replaced when it was dropped from a height of 90 cm (3 ft) or more.
^ Check sensor for dents, crack, deformation.
^ Check sensor connector (sensor side and harness side), lock mechanism or sensor lead wire for damage, crack, scorching or melting.
^ Check connector terminals for bent, corrosion or rust.
If any faulty condition is found in above checks, replace.