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Front Impact Sensor (FIS)

FRONT IMPACT SENSOR (FIS)

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 battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect Front Impact Sensor connector.




3. Remove the FIS mounting bolt then remove the Front Impact Sensor.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Ensure that the harness is installed and routed properly to prevent damage to the wiring.
- Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect 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.

Tightening torque : 1.0 - 1.4 kgf.m (9.5 - 13.6 Nm, 7.0 - 10.0 lb ft)

2. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
3. 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.