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Side impact sensor, LH

Side impact sensor, LH

Warning

Read Safety and handling directions carefully before starting work.


To remove



1. Ignition switch in the OFF position.

2. Remove the trim moulding (secured with clips).

Driver's side: Unplug the connector to the door mirror.

3. Remove the inside door handle, 1 cover piece and screw.

4. Remove the door pull, 2 cover pieces and screws.

5. Remove the door trim (fastened with clips) by levering it out at the recesses along the edge with a screwdriver.

Lift the door trim off the lock button. This will be easier if you raise the edge against the window moulding using an offset screwdriver or other locally fabricated tool.

6. Remove the door lamp from the trim.

Driver's side:

Unplug the connectors for the tailgate release and fuel filler cap.

7. Unplug and remove the loudspeaker. Carefully remove the moisture barrier.


8. Undo the screws securing the side impact sensor.

9. Lift the side impact sensor out of the door.

10. Unplug the connector from the side impact sensor.


To fit



1. Plug the connector into the side impact sensor.

Warning

Make sure the connector faces downwards.


2. Screw the side impact sensor in place. Make sure the cable to the side impact sensor does not get trapped.

Tightening torque: 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)

3. Fit the moisture barrier. Plug in and fit the loudspeaker.

Important

Check that the moisture barrier seals against the door's inner panel and make sure that it is not damaged.


4. Refit the door lamp.


Driver's side:

Plug in the connectors in the door trim for the tailgate release and fuel filler cap.

5. Lift the trim in place over the lock buttons.

Fit the door trim.

6. Fit the door handle.

7. Fit the door pull.

8. Driver's side: Plug in the connector to the door mirror.

Fit the trim moulding.

9. Turn on the ignition and check the SRS system and control module with the diagnostic tool as follows:

Connect the diagnostics instrument to the diagnostics socket under the dashboard. Delete any trouble codes.

Switch off the ignition and then on again. Wait at least 1 minute with the ignition switched on.

Check whether a diagnostic trouble code is displayed:

If a diagnostic trouble code is displayed:

Carry out the appropriate fault diagnosis as directed for the diagnostic trouble code in question.

If no diagnostic trouble code is displayed:

Fitting completed correctly. Disconnect the diagnostics instrument.