Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
INSTALL SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY LH
Turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the cable 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.
Note
w/ Navigation System (for HDD):
After the ignition switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately a minute to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, wait a minute or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
Install the side airbag sensor with the bolt.
Note
If the side airbag sensor has been dropped, or there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace it with a new one.
When installing the side airbag sensor, be careful that the SRS wiring does not interfere with other parts and that it is not pinched between other parts.
Check that the side airbag sensor is not loose.
Connect the connector.
INSTALL LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH LH
Attach the 2 claws and 2 clips to install the lower center pillar garnish.
INSTALL REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Attach the 9 claws and 2 clips to install the rear door scuff plate.
INSTALL FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Attach the 9 claws and 2 clips to install the rear door scuff plate.
CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
CHECK SRS WARNING LIGHT
Check the SRS warning light Click here.