Honda Civic Service Manual: Side Impact Sensor (First) Removal and Installation (4-door)
7521B6 LEFT FRONT
7521B7 RIGHT FRONT
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NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
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Battery Terminal (SRS) - Disconnection |
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Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
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Disconnect and isolate the negative cable with the battery sensor
(A) from the battery.
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NOTE:
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Always disconnect the negative side first.
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To protect the battery sensor connector (B) from
damage, do not hold it when removing the negative
terminal.
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Do not disconnect the battery sensor from the
negative terminal (C).
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Disconnect the positive cable (D) from the battery.
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Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
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Driver's side: Remove the cap (A) from the front door sill trim
(B).
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Driver's side: Remove the opener lock cylinder (C).
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Driver's side: Remove the screw (A).
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Driver's side
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Passenger's side
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Remove the front door sill trim (A).
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While pushing down on the rear seat cushion (A), pull the seat
hook handle (B) to release the hook (C).
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While pulling up the seat cushion, remove the rear door sill
trim (D).
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Front and Rear Door Opening Seals as Needed |
Front
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Rear
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Remove the front door opening seal (A) and the rear door opening
seal (B) as needed.
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Slide the front seat forward fully.
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13-14 Models (driver's side): Remove the B-pillar lower cover
(A).
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12 Model
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13-14 Models
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Remove the B-pillar lower trim (A).
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Side Impact Sensor (First) |
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Disconnect the side impact sensor (first) connector on the floor
wire harness.
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Remove the TORX bolt using a TORX T30 bit, then remove the side
impact sensor (first) (A).
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![](images/books/497/f740376d3f9f1776a937914799e742a9.png)
NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
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1. |
Side Impact Sensor (First) |
![](images/books/497/a139954d1ca76717bd33af402a96ca7b.png)
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Install the side impact sensor (first) (A) with the new TORX
bolt using a TORX T30 bit.
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Connect the side impact sensor (first) connector on the floor
wire harness.
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2. |
Battery Terminal (SRS) - Reconnection |
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NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally, test the battery.
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Clean the battery terminals.
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Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery.
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NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.
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Connect the negative cable and the battery sensor (B) to the
battery.
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NOTE: To protect the battery sensor connector (C) from damage,
do not hold it when installing the negative terminal.
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Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.
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![](images/books/497/7f987abb5c1fe4d2a040a9ca1bd3cb5f.png)
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Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located
under the driver's side of the dashboard.
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
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Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not
communicate, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
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Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.
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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then wait for 10 seconds.
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Confirm Proper SRS Operation |
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator
comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
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12 Model
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13-14 Models
![](images/books/497/4bdd75a0cb5a80f7d30425b18d541039.png)
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Install the B-pillar lower trim (A).
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![](images/books/497/ba0dfd6028671a8e6b01f829cd1e9b15.png)
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2.
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13-14 Models (driver's side): Install the B-pillar lower cover
(A).
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7. |
Front and Rear Door Opening Seals as Needed |
Front
![](images/books/497/8b23bd2ab849495d4e8f959454be0ed4.png)
Rear
![](images/books/497/a3db3f4a76d80e8a64ae6bb9ef57c0be.png)
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Install the front door opening seal (A) and the rear door opening
seal (B).
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![](images/books/497/53d07f1f0fce82844fbea0116fad0595.png)
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While pulling up the rear seat cushion (A), install the rear
door sill trim (B).
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Push down the seat cushion, then install the hook (C) to the
rear seat cushion clip (D).
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Driver's side
![](images/books/497/a0f603ba25d6bd47796dce6c8bafda2f.png)
Passenger's side
![](images/books/497/9a5bbbb21033a04dcc59bfa46e0bb59d.png)
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Install the front door sill trim (A).
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![](images/books/497/c6fa96916f003cd52440e2b957e14bb3.png)
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Driver's side: Install the screw (A).
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![](images/books/497/009c4bf71a0c079a9663204f656e199a.png)
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3.
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Driver's side: Install the opener lock cylinder (A).
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4.
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Driver's side: Install the cap (B) to the front door sill trim
(C).
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7521B6 LEFT FRONT
7521B7 RIGHT FRONT
Removal
NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing re ...
7521C3 LEFT REAR
7521C4 RIGHT REAR
Removal
NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repa ...