CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Click here.
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH side.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
PRECAUTION
Note
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.
REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER RH (for Front Floor Cover Type A)
REMOVE CENTER FRONT FLOOR COVER (for Front Floor Cover Type B)
REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER RH (for Front Floor Cover Type B)
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary 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.
REMOVE FRONT ARMREST BASE UPPER PANEL
REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE DOOR SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR
Check that the ignition switch is off.
Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Disconnect the connector from the door side airbag sensor.
Note
When disconnecting any airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
Push and hold the white housing lock, and slide the yellow outer connector locking sleeve.
| *a | Slide | *b | Outer Connector Locking Sleeve |
| *c | Housing Lock | - | - |
Push and hold the white housing lock again, and slide the yellow outer connector locking sleeve to disconnect the connector.
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.