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Front Airbag Sensor





REMOVAL

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

1. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE
Remove the 2 screws, clip and radiator grille.

2. REMOVE LH AND RH TURN SIGNAL LIGHT
Remove the 2 screws, LH and RH turn signal lights.

3. REMOVE LH AND RH HEADLIGHT
Remove the 6 bolts, 2 nuts, LH and RH headlights.






4. REMOVE LH AND RH FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR
a. Disconnect the 2 front airbag sensor connectors.

NOTE: Disconnect the connector with sensor assembly installed.

b. Remove the 4 bolts, LH and RH front airbag sensor.



INSTALLATION






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

Torque: 20 Nm (200 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf)

NOTE:
- 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 new ones.
- 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 2 front airbag sensor connectors.

2. INSTALL REMOVED PARTS