For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Remove the grille. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement .
- Remove the retainers that hold the upper front bumper fascia to the radiator support.
- Pull the fascia from the radiator support to gain access to the sensor bolts.
- Remove the orange connector position assurance (CPA) (2) from the yellow sensor harness connector (3).
- Disconnect the harness connector from the sensor (1).
- Remove the sensor bolts (1).
- Remove the sensor (2) from the upper radiator core support (3).
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint front end sensor. Before applying power to the front end sensor make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
Installation Procedure
- Remove any dirt, grease, and other contaminants from the mounting surface.
- Connect the sensor harness connector (3) to the sensor (1).
- Install the orange CPA (2) into the yellow sensor harness connector (3).
- Position the sensor on the upper radiator core support (3).
- Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.
- Install the sensor bolts (1).
- Secure the fascia to the radiator support.
- Install the retainers that hold the upper front bumper fascia to the radiator support.
- Install the grille. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
