Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Airbag Sensor








SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: REAR AIRBAG SENSOR: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK REAR AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Check Mode Procedure.
2. CHECK REAR AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Check Mode Procedure.
(b) When the quarter panel of the vehicle or its periphery is damaged, check if there is any damage to the rear airbag sensor. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the rear airbag sensor with a new one:
- Cracks, dents or chips on the sensor housing.
- Cracks or other damage to the connector.
- Peeling off of the label or damage to the serial number.
CAUTION: For removal and installation of the rear airbag sensor, be sure to follow the correct procedures.

3. CHECK REAR AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG DEPLOYED)
(a) Replace the rear airbag sensor.
CAUTION:
- For removal and installation of the rear airbag sensor, be sure to follow the correct procedures.
- If the airbags are deployed, replace the rear airbag sensor on the side in which the collision occurred. Replace both if necessary.