Removal and Installation

SEAT POSITION SENSOR ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL

NOTICE:
- Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and various electrical devices unless absolutely necessary. (If the IC terminals are touched, the IC may be destroyed by static electricity.)
- If the wiring connector of the SRS is disconnected with the ignition switch in the ON position, DTCs will be recorded.

1. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY (DRIVER SIDE)





2. REMOVE SEAT POSITION SENSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the bolt and sensor assembly.
(b) Disconnect the connector.

INSPECTION
1. Vehicles not involved in collision:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Check the diagnostic system (see Air Bag Systems; Testing and Inspection).

2. Vehicle involved in collision and airbag not deployed:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Check the diagnostic system (see Air Bag Systems; Testing and Inspection).

3. Vehicle involved in collision and airbag deployed:
Replace the seat position sensor assembly.

REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
In the following cases, replace the seat position sensor assembly.
- If the seat position sensor assembly has been found to be faulty in troubleshooting.
- If the seat position sensor assembly has been dropped.

CAUTION: For removal and installation of the seat position sensor assembly, be sure to follow the correct procedure.

INSTALLATION

NOTICE:
- Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, use new parts.
- Never reuse the seat position sensor assembly involved in a collision when the airbag has deployed.
- Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.





1. INSTALL SEAT POSITION SENSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Connect the connector.
(b) Install the seat position sensor assembly with the bolt.
Torque: 8.0 Nm (82 kgf-cm, 71 in.-lbf)

NOTICE:
- Connection of the connector will be completed after the sensor assembly is installed.
- Make sure the sensor assembly is installed with the specified torque.
- If the sensor assembly has been dropped, or there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace the sensor assembly with a new one.
- When installing the sensor assembly, take care that the SRS wiring does not interfere with other parts and is not pinched between other parts.
- After installation, shake the sensor assembly to check that there is no looseness.

2. INSTALL FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY