Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 2917

3Nut
4Bolt B
5Side air bag sensor
6Connector
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
8. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and hold for 5 s or more.
CAUTION:
When replacing the side air bag sensor, performing the following operations
while turning the ignition switch to the ON position will cancel the sensor code
over-write, which could cause the air bags to fail to operate (deploy).
If the above operations are performed and the sensor code over-write is
canceled, it will be necessary to replace the sensor again.
9. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and goes out.
If the air bag system warning light does not operate normally, refer to the on-
board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system.
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The ignition switch is not held in the LOCK position for 5 s or
more.
The engine is started.
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