Seat Weight Sensor Control Module Removal/Installation [Two-Step Deployment Control System]

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CAUTION:

When the seat weight sensor control module is replaced with a new one, perform the seat weight sensor calibration using the M-MDS. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)

Switch the ignition off.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more . (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Disconnect the connectors.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Seat Weight Sensor Control Module Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the seat weight sensor control module from the bracket by lifting the tab in the direction of the arrow.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and turns off.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate normally, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. (See FLOWCHART [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
  
  Fig 2: Removing Seat Weight Sensor Control Module From Bracket
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.