SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR (for Rear Side) REMOVAL

Tech Tips


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

  • The following procedure is for the RH side.


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

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

    Note

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

  3. REMOVE REAR DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Move the door inside handle knob to the lock position.

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      Using a T25 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the screw.

    3. Using a clip remover, disengage the 15 clips and 5 claws.

    4. Disconnect the connector and remove the rear door trim board sub-assembly.

  4. REMOVE DOOR SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR


    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.

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      Disconnect the connector from the door side airbag sensor.

      Note

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


      1. While holding the sides of the outer connector locking sleeve, slide the outer in the direction shown by the arrow.

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      2. When the connector lock is released, the connectors can be disconnected.

        Tech Tips

        Be sure to hold both outer flank sides. Holding the top and bottom will make disconnection difficult.

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      Remove the bolt and door side airbag sensor.

      Note

      Loosen the bolt while holding the door side airbag sensor because the door side airbag sensor pin (stopper) is easily damaged.