Forward Impact-Sensor Removal and Installation: Installation

Reference: FORWARD IMPACT-SENSOR INSPECTION: ADVANCED AIR BAG

CAUTION: Proper operation of forward impact-sensor requires sensor be rigidly attached to vehicle structure and that the arrow on sensor be pointing toward the front of the vehicle.

Check that none of the following faulty conditions exists.
- Bend, deformity or rust of front panel.
- Foreign matter on mating surface of sensor.
Install forward impact-sensor (1) to apron side member (3) and tighten mounting bolt (2) to specified torque.
Tightening torque

Forward impact-sensor mounting bolt (a): 9 N.m (0.9 kg-m, 6.5 lbf-ft)
Connect forward impact-sensor connector (4) by pushing connector till click is heard from it.

Fig 1: Identifying Forward Impact-Sensor Connector
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Connect negative (-) cable at battery.
Enable air bag system referring to ENABLING AIR BAG SYSTEM: ADVANCED AIR BAG .