REAR AIRBAG SENSOR > REMOVAL

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HINT:
  1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
  2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.


1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing (Click here).

NOTICE:
w/ Navigation System for HDD:
After the ignition switch is turned off, the navigation receiver assembly (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.


2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

NOTICE:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.


3. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY (for Fold Down Seat Type)


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  1. Detach the 2 front hooks of the seat cushion from the vehicle body.

    NOTICE:
    Follow the instructions below carefully as the cushion frame can be deformed easily.

    1. Choose a hook to detach first. Place your hands near the hook as shown in the illustration. Then lift the seat cushion to detach the hook.

    2. Repeat the step above for the other hook.

  1. Remove the seat cushion.



4. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY (for Reclining Seat Type)


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  1. Detach the 2 front hooks of the seat cushion from the vehicle body.

    NOTICE:
    Follow the instructions below carefully as the cushion frame can be deformed easily.

    1. Choose a hook to detach first. Place your hands near the hook as shown in the illustration. Then lift the seat cushion to detach the hook.

    2. Repeat the step above for the other hook.

  1. Remove the seat cushion.



5. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE (for Fold Down Seat Type)


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  1. Disengage the 5 claws and 2 clips, and remove the rear door scuff plate LH.



6. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE (for Reclining Seat Type)


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  1. Disengage the 5 claws and 2 clips, and remove the rear door scuff plate LH.



7. REMOVE REAR DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP (for Fold Down Seat Type)


8. REMOVE REAR DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP (for Reclining Seat Type)


9. REMOVE ROOF SIDE INNER GARNISH (for Fold Down Seat Type)


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  1. Disengage the 5 clips and 2 claws, and remove the roof side inner garnish LH.



10. REMOVE REAR SIDE SEAT BACK ASSEMBLY (for Fold Down Seat Type)


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  1. Remove the bolt and rear side seatback assembly LH.



11. REMOVE RECLINING REMOTE CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Reclining Seat Type)


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  1. Remove the bolt.

  1. Disengage the 2 clips and the claw and then separate the reclining remote control lever sub-assembly.



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  1. Separate the rear seat reclining control cable and remove the reclining remote control lever sub-assembly.



12. REMOVE REAR AIRBAG SENSOR


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  1. Disconnect the connector.

  1. Remove the bolt and rear airbag sensor.