Left Impact Sensor

Fig. 7 Remove Or Install Battery Cable:

WARNING: Before beginning any airbag system component removal or installation procedures, disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground) cable. This will disable the airbag system. Failure to do this could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.

1. Remove battery negative cable and battery positive cable in this order.
2. Remove battery thermoguard.
3. Remove battery hold down clamp and battery from vehicle.
4. Remove battery tray and air inlet hose.

Fig. 10 Impact Sensor Location:

5. Remove sensor and disconnect impact sensor electrical connector.

Fig. 11 Impact Sensor:

6. For installation, reverse above procedures. Install sensor (arrow pointed forward as shown, to the stud plate on the closure panel, using three nuts provided with new sensor and tighten to 6 Nm (50 in lb) torque. Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Airbag System Check for proper procedure.