FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The following procedure is for the LH side.


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  3. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


    1. A01638L

      Using a clip remover, remove the 9 clips and cool air intake duct seal.

  4. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE PROTECTOR


    1. A01623G

      Remove the 2 radiator grille protectors.

  5. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A0162OR

      Using a screwdriver, turn the pins 90 degrees and remove the 2 pin hold clips.

      Tech Tips


      • Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    2. A0162S2

      remove the screw.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    3. A0163H6E01

      Put protective tape around the front bumper assembly.

    4. Remove the 8 screws.

    5. A0161S5

      Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips and screw.

    6. A01617S

      Disengage the 10 claws and disconnect the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.

    7. w/ LEXUS Parking Assist-Sensor system:


      1. Disconnect the ultrasonic sensor connector.

    8. Disconnect the headlight cleaner hose.

      Note

      Prepare a drain pan or a piece of cloth in case washer fluid leaks.

    9. Disconnect the 2 fog light connectors and remove the front bumper assembly.

  6. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH (for LH Side)

    for LHD Click here

    for RHD Click here

  7. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER PROTECTOR LH (for LH Side)


    1. A0162I4

      Separate the clip on the rubber portion of the cowl top ventilator louver sub-assembly from the front upper fender protector LH.

    2. Disengage the 4 clips and the claw to remove the front upper fender protector LH.

  8. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER RH (for RH Side)

    for LHD Click here

    for RHD Click here

  9. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER PROTECTOR RH (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  10. REMOVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY


    1. A016217

      Disconnect the connector as shown in the illustration.

    2. A0160SR

      Remove the 3 bolts.

    3. Disengage the headlight bracket pin and remove the headlight assembly.

  11. REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR


    1. Check that the engine switch is off.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

      CAUTION:

      Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

    3. A0163EI

      Disconnect the connector from the front airbag sensor.

      Note

      When disconnecting the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

    4. Remove the 2 bolts.

      Note

      Loosen the bolt while holding the front airbag sensor because the front airbag sensor claws and pin (stopper) are easily damaged.

    5. A0161PN

      Disengage the 2 claws and pin, and remove the front airbag sensor from the body.