Impact And Acceleration Sensors - Single Axis, 480G, Crash Accel - Remove And Replace: Notes

Last modified: 17/10/2023 18:55:27

Fig 1: Front Bumper Center Impact Accelerator Sensor Component Location

Courtesy of TESLA, INC.

NOTE: See PERSONAL PROTECTION to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

WARNING: Make sure 12V/LV power has been disconnected for at least 1 minute before disconnecting the electrical harness from Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components, such as Restraint Control Module, sensors, airbags, etc. Failure to do so can result in unintended safety system behaviors. For more information on SRS precautions, see AIRBAG AND SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) PRECAUTIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - IMPACT AND ACCELERATION SENSORS - SINGLE AXIS, 480G, CRASH ACCEL (REMOVE AND REPLACE)

Description	Torque Value	Recommended Tools	Reuse/Replace	Notes
Bolts that secure the washer tank to the front end carrier	3 N.m (2.2 lbs-ft)	2 in extension 10 mm socket Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver Ratchet/torque wrench	Reuse
Bolt that secures the sensor to the vehicle	10 N.m (7.4 lbs-ft)	Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench 10 mm socket Ratchet/torque wrench	Reuse