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Safing Sensor: Service and Repair

Removal

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





1. Disconnect battery ground cable and battery backup power supply.
2. Remove center console.
3. Remove sensor retaining screw and bolt.
4. Disconnect sensor lead from wiring harness connector.
5. Remove sensor.

Installation
1. Connect the sensor lead to the wiring harness connector.
2. Position the sensor and make sure the arrow faces to the front of the vehicle.
3. Install sensor retaining bolt and screw. Tighten screw to 3-4 N.m (26-35 lb-in). Tighten bolt to 23-31 N.m (17-22 lb-ft).
4. Install console.
5. Connect battery ground cable and battery backup power supply.
6. Verify air bag indicator lamp.
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