Front Side-Impact Sensor Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: Front Side Impact-Sensor Removal and Installation

WARNING: Failure to take proper precautions when handling the air bag system sensors can result in personal injury due to non-deployed air bag system in the event of an accident or accidental air bag deployment.

Never impact or shake the sensors. Otherwise, proper operation of the sensors cannot be assured.
Never attempt to disassemble any sensor. Otherwise, proper operation of the air bag system sensors cannot be assured.

Check sensor for dents, crack, deformation.
Check sensor connector (sensor side and harness side), lock mechanism or sensor lead wire for damage, crack, scorching or melting.
Check connector terminals for bent, corrosion or rust.
If any faulty condition is found in above checks, replace.