Pressure Sensor Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-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. Refer to AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS .) Refer to AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS .)

Switch the ignition off.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more. Refer to NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the front door trim. Refer to FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the bolts.

Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Sensor With Connector And Bolts
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.
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. Refer to FLOWCHART [SAS CONTROL MODULE (TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM)] .)