Front Sub Sensor: Installation

CAUTION:

If the airbag has been activated, replace the front sub sensor with a new part.
Install the bumper face - front so that the front end of the under cover (b) comes inside the bumper face - front (a), and the front end of the mud guard (c) comes outside the bumper face - front (a).

Fig 1: Caution For Installing Bumper Face - Front So That Front End Of Under Cover Comes Inside Bumper Face - Front
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.

Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new part.
- Front sub sensor damage
- Connector damage
Install the front sub sensor.
CAUTION:
- 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.
Tightening torque:

13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)
Install the bumper beam COMPL - front and the bumper face - front. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Bumper. >
Connect the battery ground terminal. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note. >
NOTE: For models other than STI model, connect the ground terminal to battery sensor.
Adjust the fog light beam. (Model with fog light) < Ref. to FOG LIGHT AIMING , ADJUSTMENT, Front Fog Light Assembly. >