Civic L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2003)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
OPDS Unit Replacement
OPDS Unit Replacement
NOTE: Review the seat replacement procedure in the body section before performing repair or service.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
3. Remove the seat assembly and seat-back cover.
4. Remove the cover (A), then disconnect the OPDS unit harness 8P and sensor connectors (B) from the OPDS unit.
Installation
1. Place the new OPDS unit on the seat-back frame. Tighten the two screws, and connect the OPDS unit harness 8P and sensor connector to the
OPDS unit. Reinstall the cover.
2. Install the seat-back cover.
3. Install the seat assembly, then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
4. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
5. Set the seat-back in the normal position, and make sure there is nothing on the front passenger's seat.
6. Initialize the OPDS unit.
7. After installing the OPDS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6
seconds and then go off.