RX 450h AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FXE) Hybrid (2011)
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
(c) Disconnect the connector from the center airbag sensor assembly as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE:
When disconnecting any airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
(d) Remove the 3 bolts and center airbag sensor assembly.
Installation
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY: INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Check that the power switch is off.
(b) Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
(c) Using SST and a torque wrench, install the center airbag sensor assembly with the 3 bolts.
Text in Illustration
SST : 09961-00950
without SST - Torque : 18 Nm (178 kgf-cm, 13 ft-lbf)
with SST - Torque : 11 Nm (112 kgf-cm, 8 ft-lbf)
NOTICE:
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Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 250 mm (9.84 in.).
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This torque value is effective when SST is parallel to a torque wrench.
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If the center airbag sensor assembly has been dropped, or there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the case or connector,
replace it with a new one.
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When installing the center airbag sensor assembly, be careful that the SRS wiring does not interfere with or is not pinched