Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20 - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

REAR AIRBAG SENSOR - REMOVAL

  • HINT:
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
1. PRECAUTION
  • CAUTION:
  • Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing .
2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
  • NOTICE:
  • Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.
3. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY
Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Detach the 2 front hooks of the seat cushion from the vehicle body.

  • NOTICE:
  • Follow the instructions below carefully as the cushion frame deforms easily.

Choose a hook to detach first. Place your hands near the hook as shown in the illustration. Then lift the seat cushion to detach the hook.

Repeat for the other hook.

Detach the 2 rear hooks of the seat cushion from the seatback.

Remove the seat cushion.

4. REMOVE REAR SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY
5. REMOVE REAR SEAT CENTER HEADREST ASSEMBLY
6. REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY
Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Using a screwdriver, detach the claws to open the cap of the 3 rear seat shoulder belt guides.

Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Using a screwdriver, detach the claw to open the cap of the 3 rear seat shoulder belt guides.

Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Remove the 4 bolts and rear seatback assembly.

7. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE
Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Put protective tape around the rear door scuff plate.

Using a moulding remover, disengage the 2 clips.

Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Disengage the 5 claws and remove the the rear door scuff plate LH.

8. REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH
Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Disengage the 5 claws and remove the rear seat side garnish LH.

9. REMOVE REAR AIRBAG SENSOR
Rear Airbag Sensor - Removal. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. Lexus IS250 IS220d GSE20 ALE20

Disconnect the connector.

Remove the bolt and rear airbag sensor.