Civic L4-1.3L Hybrid (2008)
SRS Unit, Front and Side Impact Sensors, Driver's Seat Position Sensor, Front Passenger's Weight Sensors, and Rear Safing Sensor
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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then wait for 3 minutes before starting installation or
replacement of the SRS unit, or disconnecting the connectors from the SRS unit.
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Be careful not to bump or impact the SRS unit, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, or rear safing sensor whenever the ignition switch is ON
(II), or for at least 3 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
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During installation or replacement, be careful not to bump (by impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area around the SRS unit, front impact sensors,
the side impact sensors, or rear safing sensor. The airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injury.
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After a collision where a front airbag, side airbag or a seat belt tensioner, seat belt buckle tensioner deployed, go to Component
Replacement/Inspection after Deployment. See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Service and Repair After a collision where the airbags did not
deploy, inspect for any damage or any deformation on the SRS unit, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, or rear safing sensor. If there is any
damage, replace the SRS unit and/or the sensors.
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Do not disassemble the SRS unit, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, driver's seat position sensor, front passenger's weight sensors, or rear
safing sensor.
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Be sure the SRS unit, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, and rear safing sensor are installed securely with the mounting bolts torqued to 9.8
Nm (1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft). Whenever you remove or replace the SRS unit, safing sensor, or all impact sensors, always install the components with
new bolts.
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Do not spill water or oil on the SRS unit or the side impact sensors.
Wiring Precautions
Some of the SRS wiring can be identified by special yellow outer covering, and the SRS connectors can be identified by their yellow color. Observe the
instructions.
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Never attempt to modify, splice, or repair SRS wiring. If there is an open or damage in SRS wiring, replace the harness.
