Rear Airbag Sensor Installation

Check that the ignition switch is off.

Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

Install the rear airbag sensor with the nut and pin.

Torque:

9.0 N*m{92 kgf*cm, 80 in.*lbf}

NOTICE:

1. If the rear airbag sensor has been dropped, or there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the case or connector, replace it with a new one.
   
2. When installing the rear airbag sensor, be careful that the SRS wiring does not interfere with other parts and that it is not pinched between other parts.
   
3. Make sure that the pin is securely inserted into the body hole.
   
4. Tighten the nut while holding the rear airbag sensor because the rear airbag sensor pin (stopper) is easily damaged.
   

Connect the connector.

NOTICE:

When connecting the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

Check that there is no looseness in the installation parts of the rear airbag sensor.

Engage the 2 claws, 2 clips and guide, and install the rear seat side garnish LH.

Place the rear seatback assembly LH in the cabin.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.

Install the rear seatback assembly LH with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

18 N*m{184 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf}

Install the 2 rear seatback clips.

Place the rear seatback assembly RH in the cabin.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to damage the vehicle body.

Install the rear seatback assembly RH with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

18 N*m{184 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf}

Install the 2 rear seatback clips.

Attach the rear hook of the seat cushion to the seatback.

Attach the 2 front hooks of the seat cushion to the vehicle body.

Confirm that the seat cushion is firmly installed.

NOTICE:

When installing the seat cushion, make sure that the seat belt buckle is not under the seat cushion.

Install the spare wheel cover.

for TMC Made:

1. Align the alignment mark (pink) on the weatherstrip and the protruding portion on the body indicated by the arrow in the illustration, and install the rear door opening trim weatherstrip LH.
   

   NOTICE:

   After installation, check that the corners fit correctly.

for TMMC Made:

1. Align the alignment mark (red) on the weatherstrip and the protruding portion on the body indicated by the arrow in the illustration, and install the rear door opening trim weatherstrip LH.
   

   NOTICE:

   After installation, check that the corners fit correctly.

Engage the 6 claws and install the rear door scuff plate LH.

Inspect the SRS warning light (COROLLA_ZRE142 RM000000XFD0GSX.html).