Airbag Side Impact Sensor Replacement

Warning

Refer to SIR Warning.

Warning

Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary: The seat cushion frame The seat recliner, if equipped The seat adjuster The seat back frame Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

Warning

When installing the water deflector, ensure that the water deflector is securely fastened to the door inner before installing the door trim. An improper seal of the water deflector against the door inner may affect the ability of the front door pressure sensor to detect a side collision. This may result in improper airbag deployment and could cause bodily injury. Removal Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
2. Front Side Door Trim » Remove — Front Side Door Trim Removal and Installation

Airbag Side Impact Sensor Replacement — figure 1

3. Front Side Door Armrest Bracket Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
4. Front Side Door Pull Handle Bracket (2) » Remove

Airbag Side Impact Sensor Replacement — figure 2

5. Route front side door inside handle cable through hole in deflector (1).
6. Front Side Door Water Deflector (1) » Remove

Airbag Side Impact Sensor Replacement — figure 3

Note

The nut is integral to the sensor, Do NOT remove separately.

7. Loosen the fastener and slide the sensor out of the keyhole slot.

8. Disconnect the electrical connector.

9. Airbag Side Impact Sensor (1) » Remove Installation Procedure

10. Connect the electrical connector.

11. Slide the sensor into the keyhole slot.

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

3. Airbag Side Impact Sensor (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

4. Route front side door inside handle cable through hole in deflector.

5. Front Side Door Water Deflector (1) » Install

6. Front Side Door Pull Handle Bracket (2) » Install

7. Front Side Door Armrest Bracket Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

8. Front Side Door Trim » Install — Front Side Door Trim Removal and Installation

9. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling.