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Crash Zone Sensor Removal/Installation





CRASH ZONE SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING:
- Handling the crash zone sensor improperly can accidentally deploy the air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the crash zone sensor. Air Bag System Service Warnings Air Bag System Service Cautions

1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

2. Remove the battery cover.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more. Removal and Replacement

4. Remove the front bumper. Removal and Replacement

5. Remove the fresh-air duct. Service and Repair

6. Remove the bolt A.






7. Remove the cover.

8. Disconnect the connector.

9. Remove the bolt B.

10. Remove the crash zone sensor.

11. Install in the reverse order of removal.

12. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

13. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and goes out.

- If the air bag system warning light does not operate normally, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. Flowchart