DTC 5A Side Airbag Sensor RH False Installation: DTC Detecting Condition

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Side airbag sensor RH is misinstalled.

Step	Check	Yes	No
1 REPLACE SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR (RH). Turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the battery ground cable, and wait for 60 seconds or more. Replace the side A/B sensor (RH) with a genuine sensor. < Refer to REMOVAL , Side Airbag Sensor. >	Does the warning light go off?	Finish the diagnosis.	Replace the airbag control module. < Refer to REMOVAL , Airbag Control Module. >