52 -INTERIOR AND SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS) > 52B-SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) > FRONT IMPACT SENSORS > FRONT IMPACT SENSOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
caution
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal and wait for 60 seconds or more before starting work. Insulate the disconnected (-) terminal by wrapping the tape (Refer to the item 5 of Service Precautions ).
Never attempt to disassemble or repair the front impact sensor. If faulty, replace it with new one(s).
Handle the front impact sensor with sufficient caution, and do not drop the sensor or allow contact with water, oil, or others. If denting, cracking, or deformation is discovered, replace it with new one(s).
After deployment of an air bag, replace the front impact sensor with a new one.
Pre-removal operation
Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Removal steps
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
<<A>>
1.
Front impact sensor
Installation steps
>>A<<
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Pre-installation inspection
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
>>B<<
1.
Front impact sensor
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Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
>>C<<
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Post-installation inspection
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<<A>> FRONT IMPACT SENSOR CONNECTOR REMOVAL
Push the connector lock of the front impact sensor connector at the part of the arrow to release the lock, and disconnect the connector.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Check the front impact sensor before installation (Refer to ).
>>B<< FRONT IMPACT SENSOR INSTALLATION
caution
If the front impact sensor is not securely and correctly installed, the correct operation of air bag and pre-tensioner is prevented.
>>C<< POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
2. Check that the SRS warning lamp is illuminated for 6 to 8 seconds, and extinguished afterward.
3. If the lamp does not extinguish, perform the troubleshooting (Refer to ).