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Installation Procedure

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  1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other contaminants from the mounting surface.
  2. Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.
  3. Fig 1: View of CPA, Front End Sensor Wiring Harness Connector, Front End Sensor, Front End Sensor Mounting Fastener, and Key Hole Slot
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  4. Install the front end sensor (1) horizontally into the key hole slot (2) located in the lower tie bar.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fastener (3) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  5. Connect the front end sensor harness wiring connector (4) to the front end sensor (1).
  6. Install the connector position assurance (CPA) (5) to the front end sensor wiring harness connector (4).
  7. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
  8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 .