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Front Impact Sensor (FIS)

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8steps
~48min
3/5difficulty
0102030405043N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Description and Operation

Description

  • The frontal impact sensor (FIS) is installed in the front end module (FEM). It is a remote sensor that detects acceleration caused by a collision at its mounting location. The main purpose of the FIS is to provide collision detection. The FIS sends acceleration data to the SRSCM.

  • It 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 impact detection. The FIS sends acceleration data to the SRSCM.

Components and Component Location

Components

1. Frontal Impact Sensor (FIS)

Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least thirty seconds before starting work.

  2. Disconnect the front impact sensor connector (A).

  3. Remove the front impact sensor mounting bolt (A).

Installation

  1. Install a new front impact sensor.

  2. Tighten the front impact sensor mounting bolt.

    Tightening torque: 3.0–4 N·m

  3. Connect the front impact sensor.

  4. Connect the negative battery cable.

  5. After installing the front impact sensor, check that the system operates correctly:

    • Turn the ignition switch ON. The SRS indicator should illuminate for approximately six seconds, and then turn off.

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