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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. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to BUMPER )
  3. Disconnect the Front Impact Sensor connector.
  4. Remove the Front Impact Sensor mounting bolt and sensor bracket cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Impact Sensor Mounting Bolt And Sensor Bracket Cover
    G06366720Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the Front Impact Sensor.
Fig 2: Identifying Front Impact Sensor
G06366721Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.