Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement
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Fig 1: Identifying Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor & Bolts
G04844115Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
COMPONENT REFERENCE TABLE

Callout Component Name
WARNING:
  • When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR DISABLING AND ENABLING . Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
  • Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS). Before applying power to the SIS make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedures could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to  FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS - SIR  . Preliminary Procedures 
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR DISABLING AND ENABLING .
  2. Remove the center pillar lower molding. Refer to CENTER PILLAR LOWER GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT
1 Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tightening torque 
10 N.m (89 lb in) 
2 Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor
  1. Slide sensor into grooves in sheet metal to ensure proper seating of sensor against body.
  2. Disconnect electrical connector.
RENDER: 1.0x

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