Actuator - Pedestrian Protection - LH - 1st Generation - Remove And Replace: Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

• When installing the bolts (x2) that secure the actuator to the shock tower, tighten the forward bolt first.
• If the actuators deployed, remove and replace the pedestrian protection sensor. See SENSOR - PRESSURE TUBE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
• If the actuators deployed, remove and replace the hood hinges. See Hinge - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace) .
• If the actuators deployed, inspect the following for damage and replace as necessary:
  • Hood
    NOTE: Inspect for deformation in the plastic above the hood hinges, the surface above the hinges, and the surface above the striker.
  • Primary hood latch
  • Secondary hood latch
  • Hood striker
• If the component was replaced due to an internal failure:
  1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
  2. Unlock the gateway. See Gateway Unlock
  3. In Toolbox 3, click the Tools  tab, type "DTC" into the search field, click DTCs  , and then select SDM or RCM depending on the Restraint Control Type of the vehicle.
  4. Click Read DTCs to display the DTCs.
  5. Click Clear DTCs to clear the DTCs.