Pressure Sensor Removal/Installation [Two-Step Deployment Control System]

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Handling the pressure sensor improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the pressure sensor. (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 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the front door trim. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the bolts.

Fig 1: Locating Connector And Pressure Sensor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the pressure sensor.
Disconnect the connector from the pressure sensor by pressing the connector tab and pulling out the lock lever in the direction of the arrow.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector From Pressure Sensor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- When connecting the pressure sensor connector, insert the lock lever (connector disconnection prevention lever) completely.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
Verify that the air bag/seat belt pre-tensioner system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and turns off.
- If the air bag/seat belt pre-tensioner 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 [SAS CONTROL MODULE (TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM)] .)