Front Impact Severity Sensor

FRONT IMPACT SEVERITY SENSOR







Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
- Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for correct system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag SRS is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and correctly position the sensor or any other damaged SRS components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
- To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.

NOTE:
- The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a SRS fault.
- The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
- There are two front impact severity sensors, one located on each side of the hood latch, on the radiator core support.

1. Depower the system.
2. With the hood open, remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator opening cover assembly.
3. Remove the bolt from the horn and bracket assembly (RH only).
4. Disconnect the horn electrical connector and remove the horn and bracket assembly (RH only).
5. Remove the front impact severity sensor bolts.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

6. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the front impact severity sensor.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
8. Repower the system.