S15/T15 Sonoma P/U 2WD L4-2.2L VIN 5 Flex Fuel (2001)
Impact Sensor: Service and Repair
Front End Discriminating Sensor Replacement
CAUTION: Be careful when you handle a sensor. Do not strike or bit a sensor. Before applying power to a sensor:
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Remove any dirt, grease, etc. from the mounting surface.
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Position the sensor horizontally on the mounting surface.
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Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.
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Tighten all of the sensor fasteners and sensor bracket fasteners to the specified torque value.
Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove off road skid plate, if equipped.
3. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor harness connector.
4. Disconnect the inflatable restraint front end discriminating sensor harness connector from the sensor.
5. Drill out the mounting rivets.
IMPORTANT: The following procedures should be utilized in the event that sensor mounting holes or fasteners are damaged to the extent that the
sensor can no longer be properly mounted.
