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Yaw Rate-Acceleration Sensor Replacement

NOTE:
  • Do not damage or drop the sensor as it is sensitive.
  • Do not use power tools when replacing the sensor.
  1. Turn the ignition-switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
  2. Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. MT: Remove the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER HOUSING REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Disconnect the yaw rate-acceleration sensor 4P connector (A), then remove the yaw rate-acceleration sensor (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Yaw Rate-Acceleration Sensor, Sensor 4P Connector, And Bracket
    G08067209Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Check for deformation in the bracket (C). If necessary replace it.
  6. Install the yaw rate-acceleration sensor in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Do the VSA sensor neutral position memorization (see VSA SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION MEMORIZATION  ).
  8. SH-AWD: Do the yaw rate-acceleration neutral position memorization (see SH-AWD® DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH TORQUE MEMORIZATION ).