Impreza WRX STI F4-2.5L Turbo (2008)
Safing Sensor: Service and Repair
Satellite Safing Sensor
REMOVAL
1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.
3. Remove the rear seat cushion.
4. Remove the cover.
5. Remove the nuts to remove the satellite safing sensor.
CAUTION:
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Do not separate the satellite safing sensor and bracket. It cause the airbag system malfunction.
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If the sensor is removed from the bracket, replace them with new parts.
6. Disconnect the airbag connector.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
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Do not reuse the bolt and nut.
Always use new bolts and nuts for them.
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When installing the satellite safing sensor cover, push the cover securely until it contacts the floor panel
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When the installation of the satellite safing sensor cover becomes loose and it can be removed easily, replace the cover with a new part.
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After installing the satellite safing sensor cover, check that the sensor harness is not pinched.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf.m, 5.5 ft.lb)
