Front Center (Upper Radiator Support)

Removal

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

NOTE: To service stripped center sensor retaining screws, replace screws with N802455-S190M8. Tighten to 12.8-17.2 N.m (9.4-12.6 ft-lb).

1. Disconnect positive battery cable and wait one minute for backup power supply energy to be depleted.
2. Disconnect front sensor electrical connector.
3. Remove two screws retaining front center sensor to radiator support and remove sensor.

Installation
1. Position front sensor and wire lead in vehicle and secure sensor to radiator support with retaining screws. Tighten screws to 10.2-13.8 N.m (7.6-10.1 ft-lb).
2. Connect front sensor wire lead connector to wiring assembly connector and secure wiring retainers.
3. Connect battery positive cable.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with EEC, when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the EEC processor relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.

4. Verify air bag indicator