Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Replacing Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution . Preliminary Procedures Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 . Remove the upper air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Upper . Remove both headlamps. Refer to HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT (IMPALA) or HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT (MONTE CARLO) . Remove the fascia grille support bolts, 8 total. DO NOT remove the bumper fascia. Refer to FRONT BUMPER ENERGY ABSORBER REPLACEMENT . Remove the retainers from fascia to grille support, 4 total. Pull the grille support forward to gain clearance to the sensors.
1	Bolt, Inflatable Front End Sensor Mounting (Qty: 2) Tighten: 11 N.m (97 lb in)
2	Connector, Connector Position Assurance (CPA)
3	Sensor, Inflatable Front End