SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR (for Front Side) INSTALLATION

Tech Tips


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

  • The following procedure is for the RH side.


  1. INSTALL SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY


    1. Check that the engine switch is 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.

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

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    4. Insert the pin (stopper) into the body hole and install the side airbag sensor assembly to the vehicle body with the nut.

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

      Note


      • If the side airbag sensor assembly 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 side airbag sensor assembly, be careful that the SRS wiring does not interfere with or is not pinched between other parts.

      • Make sure that the pin (stopper) is securely inserted into the body hole.

      • Tighten the nut while holding the side airbag sensor assembly because the side airbag sensor assembly pin (stopper) is easily damaged.

    5. Connect the connector to the side airbag sensor assembly.

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      Text in Illustration
      *1 CPA - -
      *a Slide - -

      Note

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


      1. Be sure to engage the connectors until they are locked (when locking, make sure that a click sound can be heard).

        Tech Tips

        When engaged, the white housing lock will slide. Be sure not to hold the white housing lock or part (A), as it may result in an insecure fit.

    6. Check that there is no looseness in the installation parts of the side airbag sensor assembly.

  2. INSTALL LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH


    1. A01CCKA

      Engage the 4 claws and 3 clips to install the lower center pillar garnish RH as shown in the illustration.

  3. INSTALL NO. 2 ASSIST GRIP


    1. A01CAS5

      Install the No. 2 assist grip with the 2 bolts.

  4. INSTALL ASSIST GRIP PLUG


    1. A01CAZP

      Engage the 4 claws to install the 2 assist grip plugs.

  5. CONNECT FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CEG9

      Install the floor end of the front seat outer belt assembly with the bolt.

      Torque:
      42 N*m  { 428 kgf*cm, 31 ft.*lbf }

    2. Check if the ELR locks.

      Note

      The check should be performed with the outer belt assembly installed.


      1. With the belt assembly installed, check that the belt locks when it is pulled out quickly.

  6. INSTALL LAP BELT OUTER ANCHOR COVER


    1. A01CG6T

      Engage the 3 claws to install the lap belt outer anchor cover.

  7. CONNECT NO. 1 SLIDE DOOR WEATHERSTRIP


    1. A01CBO3E02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Alignment Mark
      *a Pink
      *b White

      Align the alignment marks on the weatherstrip with the protruding portions on the body indicated by the arrows in the illustration, and install the No. 1 slide door weatherstrip RH.

      Note

      After installation, check that the corners fit correctly.

  8. INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE


    1. Captain type rear seat:


      1. A01CFIB

        Engage the 2 guides, 9 clips and 9 claws to install the rear door scuff plate RH.

    2. Tip-up type rear seat:


      1. A01CETW

        Using the reclining lever or foot-operated walk-in pedal, tip up the rear No. 1 seat and slide it to the foremost position.

      2. Engage the 5 clips, 4 claws and guide on the rear side of the scuff plate as shown in the illustration.

      3. A01CEQB

        Using the slide lever, slide the rear No. 1 seat to the rearmost position.

      4. Engage the 4 clips, 5 claws and guide on the front side of the scuff plate as shown in the illustration to install the rear door scuff plate RH.

      5. A01CGAPE02
        Text in Illustration
        *1 Protective Tape

        Remove the protective tape applied to the bottom of the rear seat.

  9. CONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP


    1. A01CDCYE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Alignment Mark
      *a White

      Align the alignment marks on the weatherstrip with the protruding portions on the body indicated by the arrows in the illustration, and install the front door opening trim weatherstrip RH.

      Note

      After installation, check that the corners fit correctly.

  10. INSTALL FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE


    1. A01CFWN

      Engage the 3 guides, claw and 6 clips to install the door scuff plate assembly RH.

  11. INSTALL COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD


    1. A01CFL6

      Engage the 2 guides, claw and clip to install the cowl side trim board RH.

    2. Install the clip(A).

  12. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

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

  13. PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK


    1. Perform a diagnostic system check Click here.

  14. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT


    1. Inspect the SRS warning light Click here.