Removal and Installation

Front Airbag Sensor:

REMOVAL

NOTE:
- If the wiring connector of the SRS is disconnected with the ignition switch in ON or ACC position, DTCs will be recorded.
- Never use any SRS parts removed from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new one.
- Never reuse the sensor involved in a collision when the SRS has deployed.
- Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.




REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR
a. Disconnect the front airbag sensor connector.

NOTE: Disconnect the connector with the sensor assembly installed.

b. Remove the 2 bolts and front airbag sensor.
c. Employ the same manner described above to the other side.

INSTALLATION




INSTALL FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR
a. Install the front airbag sensor with the arrow on the sensor facing toward the front of the vehicle.

Torque: 8.5 N.m (86.7 kgf.cm, 75 in.lbf)

NOTE:
- Connection of the connector is done after the sensor has been installed.
- Make sure the sensor is installed with the specified torque.
- If the sensor has been dropped, or there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, brackets or connector, replace the removed sensor with a new one.
- The front sensor is equipped with an electrical connection check mechanism. Be sure to lock this mechanism securely when connecting the connector. If the connector is not securely locked, a malfunction code will be detected by the diagnostic system.

b. Connect the front airbag sensor connector.