Side Airbag Sensor

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

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Check Mode Procedure.
2. CHECK SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Diagnosis System.
(b) When the center pillar of the vehicle or its periphery are damaged, check if there is any damage to the side airbag sensor. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the side 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 side airbag sensor, be sure to follow the correct procedures.

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