Lateral Accelerometer: Service and Repair

Lateral Accelerometer Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the center console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
3. Disconnect the lateral accelerometer sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the lateral accelerometer sensor mounting nuts (1) from the mounting studs.
5. Remove the lateral accelerometer sensor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
1. Connect the lateral accelerometer sensor electrical connector.
2. Install the lateral accelerometer sensor (2) to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the lateral accelerometer sensor mounting nuts (1) to the mounting studs.
Tighten
Tighten the lateral accelerometer sensor mounting nuts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
4. Install the center console to the vehicle. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
5. Perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - ABS. Diagnostic System Check