Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1.
CAUTION: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint front end sensor. Before applying power to the front end sensor make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
2. Remove the front air deflector.
3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (5) from the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor wiring harness connector (4).
4. Disconnect the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor wiring harness connector (4) from the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor (1).
5. Through the access hole located in the bottom of the lower tie bar, loosen the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor mounting fastener (3).
IMPORTANT: The inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor mounting fastener (3) has left handed threads.
6. Remove the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor (1) from the lower tie bar by lifting upward and sliding rearward out of the key hole slot (2).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.
2. Install the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor (1) horizontally into the key hole slot (2) located in the lower tie bar.
Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the fastener (3) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Connect the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor harness wiring connector (4) to the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor (1).
4. Install the CPA (5) to the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor wiring harness connector (4).
5. Install the front air deflector.
6. Enable the SIR system.