Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement
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Fig 1: Locating Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor
GM1544632Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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WARNING: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint front end sensor. Before applying power to the front end sensor make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
Preliminary Procedure:Β Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and EnablingΒ .
1 Forward Discriminating Sensor Bolt (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tip:Β  Loosen the bolts in order to remove the sensor.

Tighten:Β  8 N.m (71 lb in)

2 Forward Discriminating Sensor

Procedure

  1. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
RENDER: 1.0x

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