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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 559 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINFLATABLE RESTRAINT FRONT END SENSOR REPLACEMENT

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement

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Fig 1: Identifying Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor

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Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement

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Component Name

CAUTION: 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 Procedures

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the lower air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement .
Unclip the brake lines from the frame.
Unbolt the brake pressure modulator valve bracket from the frame and reposition to access the sensor bolts. DO NOT DISCONNECT BRAKE LINES. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Bracket Replacement .

Forward Discriminating Sensor Bolt (Qty: 2)

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

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

Tighten: 8 N.m (71 lb in)

Forward Discriminating Sensor
Tip:

Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
Disconnect the electrical connector.

RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.