RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
Impact Sensor: Service and Repair
Center Airbag Sensor
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing it.
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt
pretensioner activation.
2. REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE UPPER PANEL GARNISH
3. REMOVE NO. 2 CONSOLE UPPER PANEL GARNISH
4. REMOVE UPPER CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
5. REMOVE SWITCH BASE
6. REMOVE CONSOLE CUP HOLDER BOX
7. REMOVE UPPER REAR CONSOLE PANEL SUBASSEMBLY
8. REMOVE CONSOLE REAR END PANEL
9. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER INNER LH
10. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET COVER INNER RH
11. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY
12. REMOVE CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
a. Disconnect the airbag sensor connectors.
b. Remove the 3 bolts and airbag sensor.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing it.
1. INSTALL CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
a. Install the airbag sensor with the 3 bolts.
Torque: 17.5 N.m (179 kgf.cm, 13 ft.lbf)
NOTE:
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If the airbag sensor has been dropped, or there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace it with a new
one.
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When installing the airbag sensor, be careful that the SRS wiring does not interfere with other parts and that it is not pinched between other