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Side Impact Pressure Sensor Removal And Installation/Replacement

Mobile Repair Possible:  Van/Car

WARNING: Explosive materials 
Failure to follow specified procedures may result in death or serious injury due to improper handling of Airbag triggering systems possible.
  • Only appropriately trained persons may carry out work on pyrotechnic components or the Airbag Control Unit.
  • Perform SRS disabling procedure prior to commencing work.
  • When replacing components of the SRS system, never install used or non-genuine components.
  • Pyrotechnic Components must be handled and scrapped appropriately.

Removal Procedure: 

The procedure for the left-hand component is identical to that for the right-hand side. 

  1. There is potential for inadvertent deployment of SRS systems during repairs if the system has not been properly disabled. Refer to SRS DISABLING AND ENABLING 
    NOTE: Ensure the 2-minute wait time has been observed before proceeding to next step.
  2. Disconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
  3. Remove Front Side Door Trim. Refer to FRONT SIDE DOOR TRIM REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
    G15971221Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
  4. Unlock and disconnect electrical connector (1).
    G15971222Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
  5. Unlock the pressure sensor (1) by rotating it counter clockwise as shown by the arrow, then remove it.

Installation Procedure: 

G15971223Courtesy of VINFAST, LLC
  1. Install the pressure sensor (1) by rotating it clockwise as shown by the arrow in order to lock in place, then plug in the electrical connector.
  2. Install Front Side Door Trim. Refer to FRONT SIDE DOOR TRIM REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
  3. Reconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION