Removal And Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Never repair or disassemble the front impact sensor. If faulty, replace it.
Handle the front impact sensors very carefully, taking care not to drop them. They must be replaced if they are dropped.
Replace the sensors with new ones after the air bag has deployed.

Fig 1: Front Impact Sensors Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

NOTE: The illustration indicates the left front impact sensor. The right impact sensor is symmetrical to this.