FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Sedan): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Toyota Yaris. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing (See AIRBAG SYSTEM ).

HINT:

The procedure described below is for the LH side. Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides, unless otherwise specified.

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE FRONT SPOILER COVER (w/ Front Spoiler) REMOVAL
REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER REMOVAL
REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR
CAUTION: Confirm that the negative battery terminal is disconnected before performing the operation. Even an impact to only the airbag sensor will cause the airbag to deploy.
1. Remove the 2 bolts.
2. Disengage the 2 claws and remove the front airbag sensor.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Front Airbag Sensor Bolts
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
3. Disconnect the airbag connector.
  NOTE:
  - Do not disconnect the airbag connector by pulling the wire harness.
  - Release the lock without holding the upper side of CPA.
  1. While pushing the housing, slide only the CPA backward (from a provisionally locked state).
  2. Detach the connector while pushing the housing in the provisionally locked state.
    NOTE:
    Do not disconnect the airbag connector by pulling the wire harness.
    
    Release the lock without holding the upper side of CPA.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Airbag Connector
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. After detaching the connector, confirm that the CPA protrudes beyond the rear of the housing.