Front-End Discriminating Sensor: Installation

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire and 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Align sensor to vehicle, ensuring arrow on sensor body is pointing toward front of vehicle. Install bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ . Reconnect sensor connector and install CPA clip.
  2. Activate air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMΒ . Check system for proper operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECKΒ .
Fig 1: Identifying Front-end Discriminating Sensor
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