Front Sub Sensor: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

If the airbag has been activated, replace the front sub sensor with a new part.
Do not reuse the bolt and nut. Always replace with the specified new bolts and nuts.
When installing the sensor, insert the set pin on the backside of the sensor into the hole on the body side securely.

Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new part.
- Front sub sensor damage
- Connector damage
Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- Install the bumper face - front so that the front end of the under cover (b) comes inside the bumper face - front (a).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Proper And Improper Condition Of Bumper Face
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
- Before installing the bumper face, match the claws on the bracket - front bumper with the engaging position of flange section on the bumper face side. If the engaging position is not correct, the flange section may be broken or the clearance between fender panel and bumper face may not be uniform.
Tightening torque:

Front sub sensor: 13 N.m (1.33 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

Bumper beam COMPL - front: 32 N.m (3.36 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)