How do I disconnect my Toyota airbag connector?
(a) Disconnect the connector from the side airbag sensor. (1) Push and hold the white housing lock, and slide the yellow outer connector locking sleeve. (2) Push and hold the white housing lock again, and slide the yellow outer connector locking sleeve to disconnect the connector.
How do you unplug airbags?
Pop the hood, and disconnect the positive terminal on the battery using the open-end wrench. Let the vehicle sit for about 20 minutes to let any capacitors discharge and reduce the risk of an air bag popping during removal.
What happens if you disconnect airbag sensor?
If you fail to do this, you could inadvertently activate the airbag system, causing them to deploy inside your car. That’s a surefire way to turn a simple and cheap repair job into a nightmare. Once the battery is disconnected, give it a few minutes before you begin.
What happens if you unplug an airbag sensor?
There is no way you can unplug anything to disable the airbag system. It is integrated into too many necessary circuits. If the light is on, the trouble code is already set, and will stay set until you have it reset.
How do you test an airbag sensor?
Testing of an airbag sensor is possible, but should not be done. The only way you safely should test an airbag sensor is to use an automotive diagnostic tool to read the airbag control unit’s trouble codes and live data.
What happens if the airbag light goes off on a Toyota Corolla?
If your vehicles airbag has gone off and been replaced, the airbag system needs reset. It won’t just work until the airbag system has been reset by a shop, or you send the module to someone who can do it for you. Is it Safe to Drive Your Corolla with the Airbag Light On?
What to do if your airbag sensor says there is a problem?
If the airbag sensor’s wirings and connector are fine and the airbag control module says there is a problem with the airbag sensor, replace it! They often not super expensive, and you do not want to mess around with these parts because you really want it to work if the accident occurs!
How do you install an airbag control module?
All airbag srs components must be installed and connected properly before installing the airbag control module. This includes air bags, seat belts, clock spring and impact sensors. Disconnect the battery and bolt down the module and then connect the harness wiring plugs.
How to replace the impact sensor on a Toyota Corolla?
This video shows how I replaced the left front impact sensor and right front impact sensor on my 2005 Toyota Corolla. Both sensors were bad causing the airbag system warning light to activate. The only tool I used was a 10mm ratcheting wrench. Loading…