Front Impact Severity Sensor Replacement for Fusion AWD V6-30L (2009) | Restraint Systems
Impact Sensor: Service and Repair
Side Impact Sensor - B-Pillar
Side Impact Sensor - B-Pillar
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON.
NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
1. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering See: Air Bag
Systems/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General
Procedures portion.
2. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.
3. Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the bolt and side impact sensor.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
5. WARNING: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque.
Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.
NOTE: Make sure the B-pillar and side impact sensor mating surfaces are clean.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering See: Air Bag
Systems/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General
Procedures portion.
