Mazda 2: Crash Zone Sensor

CRASH ZONE SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING:

• Handling the crash zone sensor improperly can accidentally deploy the air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the crash zone sensor. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS). (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS).

1. Switch the ignition to off.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.

3. Press the tab in the direction of the arrow, then remove the cover in the direction of the arrow (1), (2) as shown in the figure.

4. Disconnect the connector from the crash zone sensor by pressing the connector tab and pulling out the lock lever in the direction of the arrow.

5. Remove the nut.

6. Remove the crash zone sensor.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

8. Switch the ignition to ON.

9. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and goes out.

• If the air bag system warning light does not operate normally, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. (See FLOWCHART).

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