Before Starting All Works

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When performing service operation, refer to "Repair Contents" in "General Description". Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS
When performing work on the sensors or modules, be careful of the following.
- Before disconnecting electrical connectors, be sure to disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
- Do not apply any impact. If the parts are accidentally dropped, replace with a new part.
- Do not expose to high-temperature and humidity.
The airbag system (including pretensioner) is fitted with a backup power supply. After disconnecting the ground terminal from the battery sensor, the airbag may operate if you do not wait for 60 seconds or more before starting the service of airbag system.
When performing an operation with the airbag system parts including pretensioners exposed, do not apply any impact to airbag modules and impact sensors.
If the airbag warning light illuminates, check or repair the vehicle immediately to prevent it from airbag system malfunction.
For the operation that is required to use special tools, always follow the instructions.
Do not allow water or oil to come in contact with the connector terminals. Also, do not touch the connector terminals directly.

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If damage, open circuit or rust is found on airbag system wiring harness, do not repair the harness. Always replace the faulty harness with a new genuine part.

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When painting or performing sheet metal work on the vehicle, remove the following parts. Performing the work without removing the parts may cause secondary malfunction.

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- Front part of the vehicle including the front wheel apron, front fender and radiator panel side
  - Front impact sensor
  - Wiring harness
- Side or its vicinity of the vehicle including the side sill, center pillar, front doors, rear doors and rear fender
  - Side impact sensor (front door)
  - Side impact sensor (center pillar)
  - Side impact sensor (rear wheel house)
  - Side impact sensor (under the rear center seat)
  - Wiring harness
When attaching the steering wheel assembly and steering roll connector, be sure to adjust the steering roll connector.