Mazda Protege 5. Manual — part 296

AIR BAG SYSTEM

08–10–10

CLOCK SPRING INSPECTION

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1. Remove the clock spring. (See 08–10–9 CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect for continuity between the clock spring terminals using an ohmmeter.

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If not as specified, replace the clock spring.

Note

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When the vehicle-side connector of clock spring is disconnected, the terminals 1A and 1B are shorted to
prevent unexpected deployment of the air bag module. When it is connected, the terminals are open.

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SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Warning

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Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally deploy the side air bag module,
which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the
side air bag sensor. (See 08–10–3 AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
3. Remove the B-pillar lower trim. (See 09–17–10 B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM REMOVAL.)
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Note

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When a new side air bag sensor has been
installed, perform the air bag module
deployment authorization procedure. (See
08–10–13 AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION
PROCEDURES.)

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1

Bolt

2

Connector
(See 08–10–11 Connector Removal Note)
(See 08–10–11 Connector Installation Note)

3

Side air bag sensor

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AIR BAG SYSTEM

08–10–11

08–10

6. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
7. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.

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If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions
in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic function. (See 08–02–2 FOREWORD.)

Connector Removal Note

1. Slide the connector cover toward the harness and then

disconnect the connector from the side air bag sensor.

Connector Installation Note

1. Attach the connector to the side air bag sensor.
2. Connect the connector by attaching it to the side air

bag sensor while lifting up the lock on the connector
with a flathead screwdriver.

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AIR BAG SYSTEM

08–10–12

SAS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Warning

••••

Handling the SAS control module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag modules, which
may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the SAS
control module. (See 08–10–3 AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
3. Remove the side walls.
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
7. Verify that the air bag system warning light

illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and
then goes off.

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If the air bag system warning light does not
operate in the manner described above, there
are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the
system using the on-board diagnostic function. (See 08–02–2 FOREWORD.)

Note

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When a new SAS control module has been installed, the air bag system warning light flashes continuously
if there aren't any malfunctions in the system. Perform the air bag module deployment authorization
procedure. (See 08–10–13 AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT
AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURES.)

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SAS CONTROL MODULE BRACKET REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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1. Remove the SAS control module. (See 08–10–12 SAS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Connector

2

Bolt

3

SAS control module

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Nut

2

SAS control module bracket

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AIR BAG SYSTEM

08–10–13

08–10

AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURES

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Note

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When replacing both the SAS control module and side air bag sensor together, perform only “After
Replacing SAS Control Module”

After Replacing SAS Control Module

1. Install a new SAS control module.

(1) Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
(2) Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds, goes off, and then

flashes continuously.

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If the air bag system warning light does not flash continuously and indicates a DTC, inspect the system
using the on-board diagnostic function. (See 08–02–2 FOREWORD.) When the malfunctions have
been repaired and the air bag system warning light flashes continuously, turn the ignition switch to
LOCK position. Wait for approximately 1 second or more and then turn the ignition switch back to ON
position.

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If the air bag system warning light flashes continuously, turn the ignition switch to LOCK position. Wait
for approximately 1 second or more and then turn the ignition switch back to ON position.

2. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.

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If the light stays on, perform the deployment authorization procedure again.

After Replacing Side Air Bag Sensor

1. Install a new side air bag sensor.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
3. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.

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If the light stays on, perform the deployment authorization procedure again.

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AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES

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Warning

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A live (undeployed) air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt may accidentally deploy when it is
disposed of and cause serious injury. Do not dispose of a live (undeployed) air bag module. If the
SSTs (Deployment tool and Adapter harness) are not available, consult the nearest Mazda
representative for assistance.

Caution

••••

Deploying the air bag modules inside the vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle interior. When
the vehicle is not to be scrapped, always deploy the air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts
outside the vehicle.

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When the vehicle is to be scrapped, deploy the air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts inside the vehicle.
(See 08–10–13 Deployment Procedure for Inside of Vehicle.)

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When the vehicle is not to be scrapped, deploy the air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts outside the
vehicle. (See 08–10–16 Deployment Procedure for Outside of Vehicle.)

Note

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When disposing of a deployed air bag module, refer to air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt
disposal procedure. (See 08–10–23 AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DISPOSAL
PROCEDURES.)

Deployment Procedure for Inside of Vehicle

1. Inspect the SST (Deployment tool). (See 08–10–24 INSPECTION OF SST (DEPLOYMENT TOOL).)
2. Move the vehicle to an open space, away from strong winds, and close all of the vehicle's doors and windows.
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
5. Follow the appropriate procedure for deploying the driver-side air bag module, passenger-side air bag module,

or side air bag module.

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