Impact Sensor: Service and Repair

CAUTION:
- Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least 3 minutes.
- The special bolts are coated with bonding agent. Do not reuse bolts after removal; replace with new ones.
- Check crash zone sensor for proper installation.
- Check crash zone sensor to ensure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks and rust If there are any visible signs of damage, replace it with a new one.
- Check crash zone sensor brackets to ensure they are free of deformities or rust




REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect driver and passenger air bag module connectors and seat belt pre-tensioner connectors.
2. Remove front grille.
3. Disconnect crash zone sensor connector.
4. Using TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50), remove special bolts. Then remove the crash zone sensor.

NOTE:
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- After replacement, perform self-diagnosis for SRS. Refer to "SRS Operation Check", "TROUBLE DIAGNOSES - Restraint System (SRS)".

CAUTION: Crash zone sensor must always be installed with forward mark "<=" pointing toward the front of the vehicle for proper operation. Also check crash zone sensor for deformities, dents, cracks and rust before installation and replace as required.