Side Airbag Sensor: Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
• The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. PRECAUTION 
   CAUTION: Be sure to read "PRECAUTION " thoroughly before servicing (See AIRBAG SYSTEM  ).
2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
   NOTE: Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent the airbag working.
3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE (w/ Illumination) (See  REMOVAL  ) 
4. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE (w/o Illumination) (See  REMOVAL  ) 
5. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE (See  REMOVAL  ) 
6. REMOVE CENTER LOWER PILLAR GARNISH (See  REMOVAL  ) 
7. SEPARATE FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY 
   1. Using a screwdriver, pull out the locking button in the direction shown by the arrow to release the lock, and disconnect the pretensioner connector as shown in the illustration.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

   2. Disconnect the connectors.
      Fig 1: Identifying Pretensioner Connector

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   3. Remove the 2 bolts and separate the front seat outer belt assembly.
      Fig 2: Removing/Installing Front Seat Outer Belt Assembly

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8. REMOVE FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTOR COVER 
   1. Disengage the claw and remove the front seat belt retractor cover from the body.
      Fig 3: Identifying Front Seat Belt Retractor Cover

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9. REMOVE SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR 
   1. Remove the nut and side airbag sensor from the body.
   2. Disconnect the connector.
   Fig 4: Identifying Connector

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