Impact Sensor: Service and Repair
SIDE IMPACT SENSORSide impact sensors are installed behind the center pillar trims on both driver and passenger sides of the vehicle.
WARNING: Never attempt to disassemble or repair the side impact sensor. If faulty, replace it.
Do not drop or subject the side impact sensor to impact or vibration. Replace the side impact sensor, if dents, cracking, deformation, or rust are present.
GReplace the side impact sensor after the air bag has deployed.
SIDE IMPACT SENSOR:
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
[[A]] NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION
DANGER: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and air bag deployment.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Check the side impact sensor for dents, breakage and bending and measure the resistance between the terminals, even when installing a new side impact sensor.
]]B[[ SIDE IMPACT SENSOR INSTALLATION
WARNING: If the side impact sensor is not installed securely and correctly, the side air bag may not operate normally.
Securely connect the connector.
]]C[[ POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. Reconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Does the SRS warning light illuminate for approximately seven seconds, and then remain off for at least five seconds after turning "OFF"?
4. If yes, the SRS system is functioning properly. If no, refer to SRS WARNING LIGHT CHECK.