Pedestrian Impact Detection System Disabling and Enabling: Notes

There are several reasons for disabling the pedestrian impact detection system (PIDS), such as repairs to the system or servicing a component near or attached to a PIDS component. There are several ways to disable the PIDS depending on what type of service is being performed. The following information covers the proper procedures for disabling/enabling the pedestrian impact detection system (PIDS).

Condition	Action
If the vehicle was involved in an accident with a hinge deployment.	Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) *. Refer to Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision .
When performing PIDS diagnostics.	Follow the appropriate PIDS service manual diagnostic procedure(s) *
When removing or replacing a PIDS component or a component attached to a PIDS component.	Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) *
If the vehicle is suspected of having shorted electrical wires.	Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) *
When performing electrical diagnosis on components other than the PIDS.	Remove the PIDS fuse(s) when indicated by the diagnostic procedure to disable the SIR system