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Front Airbag Sensor

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
a. Perform a diagnostic system check.

2. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
a. Perform a diagnostic system check.
b. If the front fender of the vehicle or its periphery are damaged, perform a visual check:
- Check for cracks, dents or chips in the case.
- Check for cracks, dents, chips and scratches in the connector.
- Check for peeling of the label or damage on the serial number.

If any of the defects mentioned are present, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.

3. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG DEPLOYED)
a. Replace the front airbag sensor.

CAUTION: For removal and installation of the front airbag sensor, be sure to follow the correct procedures.

HINT: If the airbags have deployed, replace the front airbag sensor on the side in which the collision occurred. Replace both if necessary.