Side Impact Sensor: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Sable and 2005 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Align the side impact sensor locators to the B-pillar and position the side impact sensor.

Fig 1: Aligning Side Impact Sensor Locators To B-Pillar
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WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag side impact sensor retaining bolt is critical for correct system operation.

Fig 2: Installing Side Impact Sensor

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Install the side impact sensor.
1. Install the bolt.
2. Connect the side impact sensor electrical connector.
Make sure the wiring harness protector is installed correctly to prevent damage to the side impact sensor wiring.

Fig 3: Installing Wiring Harness Protector
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Align the lower B-pillar trim panel and push in on it seating the retaining clips.

Fig 4: Installing Lower B-Pillar Trim Panel
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Align the upper B-pillar trim panel and push in on it seating the retaining clips.

Fig 5: Installing Upper B-Pillar Trim Panel
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Position the safety belt guide and install the nut.

Fig 6: Installing Safety Belt Guide Nut - With Torque Specification
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NOTE: If the safety belt guide cover is damaged or it does not remain attached, install a new cover.

Fig 7: Installing Safety Belt Guide Cover

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Install the safety belt guide cover
Install the front door scuff plate.

Fig 8: Installing Front Door Scuff Plate
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Repower the system. For additional information, Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .