Forward Sensors

Fig. 314 Forward Sensor Removal:

1. Deactivate airbag system as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIRBAG DEACTIVATION.
2. Remove right sound insulator.
3. Raise hood and remove left and right side headlamp filler panels.
4. Remove six grille retaining screws, then the grille.
5. Remove CPA and disconnect sensor electrical connectors from left fender in engine compartment.
6. Snap open six pigtail conduit clips and remove sensor pigtail.
7. Remove two sensor mounting bolts, then the sensor, Fig. 314.
8. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Install sensor with arrow pointing toward front of vehicle.
b. Torque sensor mounting bolts to 62 inch lbs.
c. Following installation, activate airbag system as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIRBAG ACTIVATION.
d. Turn ignition switch to the On position and verify the ``Inflatable Restraint'' indicator flashes 7 to 9 times then turns Off. If indicator does not respond, refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING PROCEDURE/TESTING PROCEDURES/RETRIEVING TROUBLE CODES.