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Restraints

Front Impact Sensor (FIS)

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6steps
~36min
2/5difficulty
0102030405011.79N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
Done 0 of 6

Description and Operation

Description

  • The Front Impact Sensor (FIS) is installed in the Front End Module (FEM).
  • The FIS is a remote sensor that detects acceleration caused by a collision at its mounting location.
  • The main purpose of the Front Impact Sensor (FIS) is to provide collision indication. The FIS sends acceleration data to the SRSCM.

Components and Component Location

Components

1. Front Impact Sensor (FIS)


Repair Procedures

Replacement

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least thirty seconds before starting work.
  2. Remove the headlamp. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Headlamp")
  3. Create clearance by loosening the washer reservoir mounting bolt. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Front Washer Motor")
  4. Disconnect the front impact sensor connector (A).
  5. Remove the front impact sensor (B) after loosening the mounting bolt.

    Tightening torque: 7.8–11.7 N·m

  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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