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Removal Procedure

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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.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 .
  2. Remove the pushpin retainers from the hood close out panel.
    Fig 1: Identifying Hood Close Out Panel Pushpin Retainers
    GM833369Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the hood close out panel from the vehicle.
  4. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the wiring harness connector.
  5. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the sensor (1).
    Fig 2: View Of Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor
    GM202141Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the mounting bolts (2) from the sensor (1).
  7. Remove the sensor (1) from the hood latch support bracket (3).
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