Tow Sensor: Service and Repair

Theft Deterrent Vehicle Inclination Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Disarm the content theft deterrent (CTD) system. Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation.
2. Remove the right rear seat cushion.
3. Remove the communication interface module.
4. Remove the navigation control processor bracket.
5. Remove the right seat back.
6. Remove the right rear door sill plate.
7. Remove the lift gate door sill plate.
8. Remove the right center pillar trim panel.
9. Remove the right lower rear quarter trim panel.
10. Remove the right child restraint tether anchors.
11. Fold or prop the carpet to reveal the theft deterrent inclination sensor.




12. Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor (1).
13. Lift the sensor upward in order to release the adhesive tape attaching the sensor to the floor panel.
14. Remove the sensor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Clean the floor panel to ensure the mounting location is free of dirt or debris.




2. Remove the protective backing to the adhesive strip on the bottom of the sensor (1).
3. The mounting location for the sensor is on the floor panel, 55 mm (2 in) (A) forward of the electrical harness channel, 126 mm (5 in) (B) inboard from the electrical harness channel. Attach the sensor to the floor panel.




4. Connect the sensor (1) electrical sensor.
5. Position the carpet to the original location.
6. Install the right child restraint tether anchors.
7. Install the right lower rear quarter trim panel.
8. Install the right center pillar trim panel.
9. Install the lift gate door sill plate.
10. Install the right rear door sill plate.
11. Install the right seat back.
12. Install the navigation control processor bracket.
13. Install the communication interface module.
14. Install the right rear seat cushion.
15. Arm the CTD system and check for proper operation. Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation.