Front Airbag Sensor: Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
• The procedure listed below is for the LH side

1. PRECAUTION 
   CAUTION: Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (See PRECAUTION  ).
2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
   CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
   NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See INITIALIZATION ).
3. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See REMOVAL )
4. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE PROTECTOR  (See REMOVAL )
5. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
6. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH (for LH Side)  (See REMOVAL )
7. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER PROTECTOR LH (for LH Side)  (See REMOVAL )
8. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER RH (for RH Side)  (See REMOVAL )
9. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER PROTECTOR RH (for RH Side)  (See REMOVAL )
10. REMOVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
11. REMOVE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR 
    1. Check that the engine switch is off
    2. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal
       CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
    3. Disconnect the connector from the front airbag sensor
       NOTE: When disconnecting the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
    4. Remove the 2 bolts
       NOTE: Loosen the bolt while holding the front airbag sensor because the front airbag sensor claws and pin (stopper) are easily damaged.
       Fig 1: Locating Front Airbag Sensor And Bolts

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    5. Disengage the 2 claws and pin, and remove the front airbag sensor from the body.