Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair

CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
Work must be started after 90 seconds from the time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.

NOTICE:
- Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and various computers unless absolutely necessary. (If the IC terminals are touched, the IC may be destroyed by static electricity.)

- Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace with new parts.

- Never reuse the center airbag sensor assembly involved in a collision when the airbag has deployed.

- Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.



REMOVE AND INSTALL CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY





(a) Disconnect and connect the connector.

NOTICE:
Removal and installation of the connector is done with the sensor assembly installed.




(b) Using a torx wrench, loosen and tighten the 4 screws. Torx wrench: T40 (Part No.09042-00020 or locally manufactured tool)

Torque: 13 N.m (130 kgf.cm. 9 ft.lbf)


NOTICE:

- Make sure the sensor assembly is installed to 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 airbag 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.