Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Description
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Air bag diagnosis sensor unit | Refer to AIR BAG DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT . |
| Driver air bag module | Refer to DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE . |
| Front passenger air bag module | Refer to FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE . |
| Front side air bag module | Refer to FRONT SIDE AIR BAG MODULE . |
| Side curtain air bag module | Refer to SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE . |
| Front seat belt pre-tensioner | Refer to FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER . |
| Occupant classification system | Refer to SYSTEM DESCRIPTION . |
| Crash zone sensor | Refer to CRASH ZONE SENSOR . |
| Front side air bag satellite sensor | Refer to FRONT SIDE AIR BAG SATELLITE SENSOR . |
| Rear side air bag satellite sensor | Refer to REAR SIDE AIR BAG SATELLITE SENSOR . |
| Front door satellite sensor | Refer to FRONT DOOR SATELLITE SENSOR . |
| Seat belt buckle switch | The driver seat belt buckle switch and passenger seat belt buckle switch provide the seat belt buckle signals to the air bag diagnosis sensor unit and the combination meter. |
| Spiral cable | The spiral cable provides a rotating physical connection to the driver air bag module. |
| Combination meter | The combination meter displays the air bag warning lamp and the seat belt warning lamp. The air bag warning lamp is used for diagnosis in User Mode and may be used to display diagnostic trouble codes without the use of the CONSULT. |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.