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Center Cowl Crash Sensor

WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT NECESSARY FOR SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT IS POWERED DIRECTLY FROM THE BATTERY. TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE MUST BE DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY SYSTEM COMPONENTS.

NOTE: To service stripped sensor retaining screws at the rear sensor, use screw . Tighten to 4.5-6.1 N.m (40-54 lb-in).

Removal






1. Disconnect battery positive cable.
2. Remove two screws retaining center cowl primary crash rear sensor to center cowl and remove sensor.
3. Disconnect the center cowl primary crash sensor wiring connector from wiring assembly connector and remove sensor.

Installation
1. Connect center cowl primary crash sensor wiring connector to wiring assembly connector.
2. Position sensor to center cowl panel and secure with retaining screws. Tighten to 10.2-13.8 N.m (91-122 lb-in).
3. Connect battery positive cable.
4. Verify air bag indicator.
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