i-290 2WD L4-2.9L (2008)
Impact Sensor: Service and Repair
Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement
Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS). Before applying power to the SIS make sure that it is securely
fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedures could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution (See: Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/SIR Caution) .
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (See: Air Bag Systems/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Doors, Hood and Trunk/Doors/Front
Door/Front Door Panel/Service and Repair/Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement) .
3. Peel the rear half of the water deflector away from the door in order to access the side impact sensor.
4. Remove the screws that retain the side impact sensor to the door.
5. Disconnect the impact sensor electrical connector from the side impact sensor.
6. Remove the side impact sensor from the door.
Installation Procedure
1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.
2. Position the side impact sensor horizontally to the door.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the side impact sensor.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.