Stratus Sedan L4-2.4L VIN X (2003)
Impact Sensor: Service and Repair
Satellite Acceleration Sensor
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable remote terminal.
2. Wait two minutes for the system reserve capacitor to discharge before servicing any airbag components.
3. Remove the lower B-pillar trim from the appropriate side of the vehicle. Refer to Body, Interior, B-Pillar Lower Trim, Removal.
4. Disconnect the satellite acceleration sensor (SAS) electrical connector.
5. Remove the SAS retaining screws and remove the sensor from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the satellite acceleration sensor (SAS) in B-pillar (electrical connector facing forward in vehicle) and install the retaining screws. Torque
the screws to 7 N.m (62 in. lbs.).
2. Connect the SAS electrical connector.
3. Install the lower B-pillar trim. Refer to Body, Interior, B-Pillar Lower Trim, Installation.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE REMOTE TERMINAL. REFER TO ELECTRICAL,
RESTRAINTS, DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM FIRST.
