FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR INSTALLATION

Info Added 2017-10-06

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The following procedure is for LHD vehicles.

  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSTALL FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR


    1. Check that the ignition switch off.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

      CAUTION:

      Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

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    3. Before connecting the connector, check that the position of the white housing lock is as shown in the illustration.

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      *a Incorrect *b Correct

    4. Connect the connector to the front airbag sensor.

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      *a White Housing Lock *b Connection is completed

      Note

      When connecting any airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

      Tech Tips


      • Be sure to connect the connector until it is locked (when locking, make sure that a click sound can be heard).

      • When the connector is locked, the white housing lock will slide. Do not hold the white housing lock or the part (A) as it may result in an insecure connection.

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      Engage the claw to install the front airbag sensor with the bolt.

      Torque:
      9.0 N*m  { 92 kgf*cm, 80 in.*lbf }

      Note


      • If the front airbag sensor has been dropped, or there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the case or connector, replace it with a new one.

      • When installing the front airbag sensor, make sure that the SRS wiring does not interfere with or is not pinched between other parts.

      • Make sure that the front airbag sensor pin (claw) is securely inserted into the body hole.

      • Tighten the bolt while holding the front airbag sensor because the front airbag sensor pin (claw) is easily damaged.

    6. Check that there is no looseness in the installed parts of the front airbag sensor.

  2. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL


    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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  3. PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK

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  4. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT

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