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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2000ACCORD EX SEDAN L4-2254CC 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSRELAYS AND MODULES - RESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSRS UNIT REPLACEMENT
2000 Honda Accord EX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI
SRS Unit Replacement
2000 Honda Accord EX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFISECTION SRS Unit Replacement
SRS Unit Replacement
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the airbag connectors.
3. Disconnect the side airbag connectors.
4. Remove the center console.

5. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the SRS unit (B).

6. Remove the three Torx bolts (A) from the SRS unit (B), than pull out the SRS unit from the bracket.
Installation

1. Install the new SRS unit (A) with Torx bolts (B), then connect the connectors (C) to the SRS unit; push it into position until it clicks.
NOTE: When tightening the Torx bolts to the specified torque after replacement, be careful to turn them in so that their heads rest squarely on the brackets.
2. Install the center console.
3. Reconnect the airbag connectors..
4. Reconnect the side airbag connectors.
5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
6. Initialize the OPDS unit.
7. After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the airbag connectors.
3. Disconnect the side airbag connectors.
4. Remove the center console.
5. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the SRS unit (B).
6. Remove the three Torx bolts (A) from the SRS unit (B), than pull out the SRS unit from the bracket.
Installation
1. Install the new SRS unit (A) with Torx bolts (B), then connect the connectors (C) to the SRS unit; push it into position until it clicks.
NOTE: When tightening the Torx bolts to the specified torque after replacement, be careful to turn them in so that their heads rest squarely on the brackets.
2. Install the center console.
3. Reconnect the airbag connectors..
4. Reconnect the side airbag connectors.
5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
6. Initialize the OPDS unit.
7. After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.