FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR REMOVAL

Tech Tips


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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

    Note

    w/ Navigation System for HDD:

    After the power switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the power switch off, make sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Battery Terminal
    Specification Waiting Time
    w/o Telematics Transceiver 60 sec.
    w/ Telematics Transceiver 120 sec.

  2. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


    1. A01NDSY

      Remove the 3 clips and the rear deck floor box.

  3. 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.

  4. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER


    1. A01NHKG

      Remove the 4 clips and engine room side cover.

  5. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH


    1. A01NH7B

      Remove the 4 clips.

    2. Disengage the guide and remove the engine room side cover LH.

  6. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


    1. A01NDNO

      Remove the 6 clips and cool air intake duct seal.

  7. REMOVE HOOD CENTER CUSHION


    1. A01NE5D

      Remove the 2 hood center cushions.

  8. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NFTPE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Put protective tape around the front bumper assembly.

      Tech Tips

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

    2. A01ND22

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

      Tech Tips

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

    3. A01NDQH

      Remove the screw and front bumper seal bracket.

      Tech Tips

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

    4. A01NE3M

      Remove the 2 bolts and 2 screws.

    5. Using a clip remover, remove the 6 clips.

    6. A01NFX1

      Disengage the 4 claws and remove the front bumper assembly.

      Tech Tips

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

    7. A01NE8W

      Using a moulding remover, disengage the claw.

      Tech Tips

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

    8. Disconnect the fog light connector.

    9. Disconnect the No. 1 ultrasonic sensor connector. (w/ LEXUS Parking Assist-sensor System)

    10. Disconnect the headlight cleaner hose.

      Note

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

    11. A01NCNT

      Remove the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.

  9. REMOVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY

    for HID Headlight: Click here

    for LED Headlight: Click here

  10. REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR


    1. Check that the power 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. A01NEXW

      Disconnect the connector from the front airbag sensor.

      Note

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


      1. Push down the white housing lock and slide the yellow CPA. (At this time, the connector cannot be disconnected yet.)

        A01NG2SE10

      2. Push down the white housing lock again and disconnect the connector.

        Note

        Do not push down the part (A) shown in the illustration when disconnecting.

      3. After disconnecting the connector, check that the position of the white housing lock is correct as shown in the illustration.

        A01NCYOE02

    4. Remove the 2 bolts.

      Note

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

    5. A01NFRM

      Disengage the 2 claws and pin (stopper) to remove the front airbag sensor.