Removal and Installation
WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING:
Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
NOTE:
The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
NOTE:
The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE:
Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
- Depower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING in the General Procedures portion of this article.
- Remove the radiator right-hand support bracket retaining bolts and lower the right-hand side of the radiator.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator air deflector.NOTE: Note the position of the front impact severity sensor locator tabs for installation.
- Remove the front impact severity sensor bolts from the radiator grille opening panel.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
- Remove the front impact severity sensor.
- Disconnect the front impact severity sensor electrical connector.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING in this article.