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Removal & Installation

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  1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
  2. Remove lower B-pillar trim panel. Remove side crash sensor mounting bolt. See Fig 1 . Disconnect side crash sensor electrical connector and remove sensor.
  3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten mounting bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Check AIR BAG warning light for proper system function. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK  .
Fig 1: Identifying Side Crash Sensor
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