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Repair Procedures: Removal

CAUTION:
  • Removal of the airbag must be performed according to the precautions/procedures described previously.
  • Before disconnecting the front impact sensor connector, disconnect the front airbag connector(s).
  • Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the front impact sensor.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
  2. Left side - Remove the head lamp assembly.

    (Refer to Body electrical - "HEAD LAMPS ")

    Right side - Remove the washer reservoir.

    (Refer to Body electrical - "FRONT WASHER MOTOR ")

  3. Disconnect the front impact sensor connector (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Front Impact Sensor Connector And Front Impact Sensor Mounting Nut
    G12166271Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the front impact sensor mounting nut (B).