Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 41

The Side Impact Sensor (SIS) system consists of two front SIS which are installed inside the Center Pillar (LH 
and RH). They are remote sensors that detect acceleration due to collision at their mounting locations. The 
primary purpose of the Side Impact Sensor (SIS) is to provide an indication of a collision. The Side Impact 
Sensor (SIS) sends acceleration data to the SRSCM. 

COMPONENTS 

Fig. 3: Identifying Front And Rear Side Impact Sensors 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

REMOVAL 

FRONT SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 

 

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1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.  

2. Remove the door scuff trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

3. Remove the center pillar trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

4. Disconnect the Side Impact Sensor connector.  

5. Remove the SIS mounting bolt then remove the Side Impact Sensor. 

Fig. 4: Locating Front Side Impact Sensor 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

REAR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.  

2. Remove the rear pillar trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

3. Disconnect the Side Impact Sensor connector.  

4. Remove the SIS mounting bolt then remove the Side Impact Sensor. 

CAUTION:

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Removal of the airbag must be performed according to the 
precautions/procedures described previously.  

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Before disconnecting the side impact sensor connector(s), 
disconnect the side airbag connector(s).  

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Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery 
cable while replacing the side impact sensor.  

 

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Fig. 5: Locating Rear Side Impact Sensor 
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INSTALLATION 

FRONT SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 

1. Install the new Side Impact Sensor with the bolt then connect the SRS harness connector to the Side 

Impact Sensor. 

Tightening torque: 

1.0-1.4 kgf.m (9.5-13.6 N.m, 7.0-10.0 lb.ft) 

CAUTION:

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Ensure that the harness is installed and routed properly to prevent 
damage to the wiring.  

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Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery 
cable while replacing the side impact sensor.  

 

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Fig. 6: Locating Front Side Impact Sensor
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

2. Install the center pillar trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

3. Install the door scuff trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

4. Reconnect the battery negative cable.  

5. After installing the Side Impact Sensor, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON, 

the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.  

REAR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 

1. Be sure that the battery negative cable is disconnected.  

2. Install the new Side Impact Sensor with the bolt then connect the SRS harness connector to the Side 

Impact Sensor. 

Tightening torque: 

1.0-1.4 kgf.m (9.5-13.6 N.m, 7.0-10.0 lb.ft) 

Fig. 7: Locating Rear Side Impact Sensor 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

3. Install the rear pillar trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

4. Reconnect the battery negative cable.  

5. After installing the Side Impact Sensor, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON, 

the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.  

SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR (STPS) 

DESCRIPTION 

The STPS operates via a non-contacting magnetic proximity sensing device combined with a simple electronic 

 

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