Pacifica V6-3.8L VIN L (2005)
First Row Side Impact Sensor - Remove/Install
Second Row Side Impact Sensor - Remove/Install
Three side impact sensors are used on each side of the vehicle. These sensors are mounted remotely from the bi-directional safing sensor that is internal
to the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). The side and front impact sensors are identical in construction and calibration and each impact sensor is
secured with two screws. Each side impact sensor is secured with two screws. The first row side impact sensor is located in the B-pillar, just above the
front seat belt retractor. The second row side impact sensor is located in the C-pillar, just in front of the second row seat belt retractor. The third row side
impact sensor is located behind the quarter trim panel, above the rear tire wheel well, between the C and D-pillars.
The impact sensor housing has an integral connector receptacle. A cavity in the center of the molded black plastic impact sensor housing contains the
electronic circuitry of the sensor which includes an electronic communication chip and an electronic impact sensor. Potting material fills the cavity to
seal and protect the internal electronic circuitry and components. The side impact sensors are each connected to the vehicle electrical system through a
dedicated take out and connector of the airbag overlay wire harness.
The side impact sensors cannot be repaired or adjusted and, if damaged or faulty, they must be replaced.