Repair Procedures: Installation

CAUTION:

Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the front impact sensor.

Install the new front impact sensor.
Tighten the front impact sensor (B) mounting bolt.
Tightening torque:

7.8 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.7 ~ 7.3 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Identifying Front Impact Sensor And Connector
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Connect the front impact sensor connector (A).
Install the air duct. [Left side only]
Reconnect the battery negative cable.
After installing the Front Impact Sensor, confirm proper system operation:
1. Turn the ignition switch ON the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.