REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

caution

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal and wait for 60 seconds or more before starting work. Insulate the disconnected (-) terminal by wrapping the tape (Refer to the item 5 of Service Precautions).
Never attempt to disassemble or repair the side impact sensor. If damaged, replace it with new one(s).
Do not drop or subject the sensor to impact or vibration. If there is a dent, crack, or deformation, replace with a new sensor.
After the side/curtain air bag deployment, replace with a new sensor.

Pre-removal operation

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (OFF) position.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

<Single cab>

		Removal steps
	·	Rear pillar lower trim (Refer to GROUP 52A - Interior Trim).
	1.	Side impact sensor
		Installation steps
>>A<<	·	Pre-installation inspection
>>B<<	1.	Side impact sensor
	·	Rear pillar lower trim (Refer to GROUP 52A - Interior Trim).
>>C<<	·	Post-installation inspection

<Club cab>

		Removal steps
	·	Front scuff plate and Floor cover (Refer to GROUP 52A - Interior Trim).
	·	Turn up the floor carpet.
	1.	Side impact sensor
		Installation steps
>>A<<	·	Pre-installation inspection
>>B<<	1.	Side impact sensor
	·	Unfold the floor carpet.
	·	Front scuff plate and Floor cover (Refer to GROUP 52A - Interior Trim).
>>C<<	·	Post-installation inspection

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

Even when installing a new side impact sensor, perform an inspection before the installation (Refer to Inspection).

>>B<< SIDE IMPACT SENSOR INSTALLATION

caution

Connect the connector securely.
If the side impact sensor is not securely and correctly installed, the correct operation of side/curtain air bag is prevented.

>>C<< POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

1.Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

2.Check that the SRS warning lamp is illuminated for 6 to 8 seconds, and extinguished afterward.
3.If the lamp does not extinguish, perform the troubleshooting (Refer to Check chart for diagnosis codes).