Install sensor for side airbag

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Position sensor and secure with the fastening screws. Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.).

Fig 1: Installing Side Airbag Sensor & Screws
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Connect electrical plug connection.

Fig 2: Connecting Electrical Plug Connection
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Position the support and engage in lower side member.

Fig 3: Positioning Support And Engaging In Lower Side Member
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Push in the locating peg -1- of the support and check that it is sitting correctly. See Fig 4 .
Tighten the fastening nuts -3- and the fastening screws -2-. Tightening torque -2- 7.2 Nm (5.5ftlbs.). See Fig 4 .

Fig 4: Pushing In Locating Peg Of Support, Tightening Nuts & Screws

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Lay the floor covering over the support and engage.

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