Removal & Installation
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- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
- Remove appropriate front seat. See FRONT SEATS . Fold carpet up in area of front seat. Remove rear compartment heater duct. Disconnect side air bag sensor harness connector. Remove 2 mounting screws and remove side air bag sensor.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure arrow on side air bag sensor is pointing toward door sill. Tighten side air bag sensor mounting screws to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.