Side impact sensor (front door)
CAUTION:
- Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag system components. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION
- When Side impact sensor (front door) is removed, always replace Side impact sensor (front door) with a new part. If it is reused, sealing capability on the contacting surface of door panel may be insufficient and impact pressure may not be detected correctly.
- Operate the power window switch to close the front door glass.
- Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
- Remove the trim panel front door. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>DOOR TRIM>REMOVAL>FRONT DOOR
- Remove the sealing cover door front. Ref. to EXTERIOR BODY PANELS>SEALING COVER>REMOVAL
- Remove the Side impact sensor (front door).CAUTION:
- Do not reuse Side impact sensor (front door) that have been removed. Always replace Side impact sensor (front door) with a new part.
- The nuts cannot be removed from Side impact sensor (front door). Do not remove the mounting nuts.
- If the pad front door is removed with an excessive force, the panel assembly front door may be deformed. Also, if the clip is damaged, replace it with a new clip.
- Release the clips, and remove the pad front door inner (a).
- Disconnect the airbag connector. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>AIRBAG CONNECTOR>PROCEDURE>SIDE IMPACT SENSOR (FRONT DOOR)
- Loosen the nuts, and remove Side impact sensor (front door) with the claws (b) pressed.