Front Impact Severity Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Lincoln MKS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For information on Ford Color Coded Illustrations refer to COLOR-CODING - FORD .

NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.

Fig 1: Front Impact Severity Sensor Bolt With Torque Specifications

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Item	Part Number	Description
1	W505256	Front impact severity sensor bolt
2	14B004	Front impact severity sensor
3	-	Front impact severity sensor electrical connector (part of 14A411)

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 airbags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: Always make sure the correct SRS component is being installed. Parts released for other vehicles may not be compatible even if they appear physically similar. Check the part number listed in the Ford Catalog Advantage™ or equivalent to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS component is installed, DTCs may set.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation detail.

1.

Depower the SRS. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .

2.

NOTE: Index mark the CAC tube for installation.

For the RH side and vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) engine, remove the CAC tube.

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3.

For the LH side, remove the Air Cleaner (ACL). Refer to Intake Air Distribution and Filtering System .

4.

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 front impact severity sensor and mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material.

Remove the bolt, disconnect the electrical connector and remove front impact severity sensor.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

5.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

6.

Repower the SRS. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .