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Except Advanced Air Bag




Forward-Sensor Inspection

Forward-Sensor Removal and Installation:Except Advanced Air Bag

WARNING:

Failure to take proper precautions when handling the air bag system sensors can result in personal injury due to non-deployed air bag system in the event of an accident or accidental air bag deployment.

- Never impact or shake the sensors.
Otherwise, proper operation of the sensors cannot be assured.
- Never attempt to disassemble any sensor.
Otherwise, proper operation of the air bag system sensors cannot be assured.

- Check sensor for dents, cracks or deformation.
- Check sensor connector (sensor side and harness side) and sensor connector lock mechanism for damage or crack.
- Check connector terminals for bend, corrosion or rust.