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.

  2. REMOVE REAR FLOOR MAT


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      Remove the rear floor mat.

  3. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


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      Remove the rear deck floor box.

  4. REMOVE BATTERY BOX COVER


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      Disengage the 3 guides and remove the battery box cover.

  5. 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.

  6. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY


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      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.

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      Using a screwdriver, turn the pin 90 degrees and remove the pin hold clip.

      Tech Tips

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

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      Remove the clip.

      Tech Tips

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

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      Remove the 4 bolts and 3 clips.

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      Remove the 6 screws.

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      Disengage the 6 claws and remove the front bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.

    7. Disconnect the 2 fog light connectors.

    8. w/ Headlight Cleaner System:


      1. Drain washer fluid Click here.

  7. 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. Disconnect the connector from the front airbag sensor.

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      Note

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

    4. Remove the bolt and front airbag sensor.

      Note

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