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FORWARD
(a)
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Installation
For installation, reverse removal procedure, nothing following
points.
• Check none of the following conditions exists.
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– Bend, scratch, deformity in vehicle body mounted on SDM.
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– Foreign matters or rusts on mating surface of vehicle body
mounted on SDM.
• Ensure that arrow (4) on the SDM (3) is pointing toward the
front of the vehicle.
• Tighten SDM bolts to specified torque.
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Tightening torque
SDM mounting bolt (a): 7 N·m (0.7 kg-m, 5.0 lb-ft)
• Connect SDM connector (2) to SDM (3) securely.
• Enable air bag system. Refer to "Enabling air bag system" in
this section.
SDM Inspection
CAUTION:
• Do not connect a tester whatever type it may be.
• Never repair or disassemble SDM (3).
• If SDM has been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents
or other defects in the case or plate, replace it with a
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new one.
• Check SDM (3) for dents, cracks or deformation.
• Check SDM connector (2) for damage, cracks or lock mech-
anism.
• Check SDM terminal for bent, corrosion or rust.
If any faulty condition is found in above checks, replace.
Side Sensor Removal and Installation
WARNING:
During service procedures, be very careful when han-
dling a sensor.
• Never strike or jar a sensor.
• Under some circumstance, it could cause improper
operation of the air bag system. A sensor bolt must be
carefully torqued to assure proper operation.
Removal
1) Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2) Disable air bag system. Refer to "Disabling air bag system"
in this section.
3) Remove center pillar lower trim and side sill scuff.
4) Turn up floor carpet at front seat side.
AIR BAG SYSTEM 10B-73
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