Front Impact Severity Sensor

Front Impact Severity Sensor









Removal and Installation

WARNING: If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the restraints control module (RCM) and the impact sensor (if equipped) mounting areas for deformation. If damaged, restore the mounting areas to the original production configuration. A new RCM and sensors must be installed whether or not the air bags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON.

NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

1. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion.

2. Remove the 2 bolts and the 2 pin-type retainers from the upper grille.

3. While gently positioning forward the upper grille, remove the bolt from the front impact severity sensor assembly.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

4. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the front impact severity sensor assembly.

5. WARNING: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque. Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: Make sure the radiator support and front impact severity sensor and bracket assembly mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

6. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion.