Airbag Sensor Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lexus GS 430 and 2005 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and various computers unless absolutely necessary.
(If the IC terminals are touched, the IC may be destroyed by static electricity.)

REMOVE THESE PARTS:
(See REMOVAL )
1. Finish plate
2. End pad
3. No.1 under cover
4. Hood lock release lever
5. No.1 safety pad
6. No.2 under cover
7. Glove compartment finish plate
8. Glove compartment panel assembly
9. Front ash receptacle
10. Cluster finish panel
11. Console box carpet
12. Accessary socket
13. Accessary case
14. Lower rear console box
15. Rear console armrest
16. Console box register
17. Console box
18. No.3 console box mounting bracket
19. No.1 console box duct
REMOVE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
1. Disconnect the airbag sensor connectors.
  NOTE: Remove the connectors with the sensor assembly installed.
2. Using a torx wrench, remove the 3 screws and airbag sensor assembly.
  Torx(R)wrench: T40 (Part No.09042-00020 or locally manufactured tool)
  
  Fig 1: Removing 3 Screws And Airbag Sensor Assembly
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