Lateral Accelerometer: Service and Repair

Accelerometer





Vehicles before 10/8/2004





Vehicles built after 10/7/2004

Removal and Installation

NOTE: When installing a new accelerometer, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module must be configured (using vehicle as built data) and calibrated. Follow the diagnostic tool directions for the calibration procedures. For module configuration, refer to Information Bus.

1. Remove the floor console.
2. Remove the heater duct.
3. Disconnect the accelerometer electrical connector.
4. Remove the accelerometer electrical harness retainer and position aside.
5. Remove the 2 accelerometer bracket nuts and the accelerometer.
^ To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.) (vehicles built before 10/8/2004).
^ To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.) (vehicles built after 10/7/2004).

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.