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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2005ACCORD L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSRS UNIT REPLACEMENT
2005 Honda Accord L4-2.4L
SRS Unit Replacement
2005 Honda Accord L4-2.4LSECTION SRS Unit Replacement
SRS Unit Replacement
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors.
3. Remove the center console and front panel.
4. Remove the center pocket.
5. Remove the center holder.
6. Remove the driver's and passenger's center lower cover.
7. Remove the heater vent ducts.

8. Disconnect the connectors and remove the torx bolts (A), then pull out the SRS unit.
Installation

1. Install the new SRS unit (A) with Torx bolts (B), then connect the connectors (C) to the SRS unit; push them into position until they click.
NOTE: Be sure the SRS unit is sitting squarely against its bracket before torquing the Torx bolts.
2. Reconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors.
3. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
4. After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
5. Install all removed parts.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors.
3. Remove the center console and front panel.
4. Remove the center pocket.
5. Remove the center holder.
6. Remove the driver's and passenger's center lower cover.
7. Remove the heater vent ducts.
8. Disconnect the connectors and remove the torx bolts (A), then pull out the SRS unit.
Installation
1. Install the new SRS unit (A) with Torx bolts (B), then connect the connectors (C) to the SRS unit; push them into position until they click.
NOTE: Be sure the SRS unit is sitting squarely against its bracket before torquing the Torx bolts.
2. Reconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors.
3. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
4. After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
5. Install all removed parts.
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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.