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Front Impact Sensor

FRONT IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL

CAUTION:
- Removal of the airbag must be performed according to the precautions / procedures described previously.
- Before disconnecting the front impact sensor connector, disconnect the front airbag connector(s).
- Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the front impact sensor.


1. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and wait at least three minutes before beginning work.
2. Remove the radiator guard.
3. Remove the bolt then remove the front impact sensor.




4. Disconnect the SRS harness connector (A) from the front impact sensor (B).

INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Be sure to install the harness wire so that they are not pinched or interfere with other parts.
- Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not contact the battery cable while replacing the front impact sensor.


1. Install the new front impact sensor with bolt then connect the SRS harness connector to the front impact sensor.
2. Install the radiator guard.
3. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
4. After installing the front 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.