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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 FIS mounting bolt then remove the Front Impact Sensor (RH).
    Fig 1: Identifying Front Impact Sensor (RH) Connector
    G06829227Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the front bumper first (refer to FRONT BUMPER ), then loosen the FIS mounting bolt to remove Front Impact Sensor. (LH)
    Fig 2: Identifying Front Impact Sensor (LH) Connector
    G06829228Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the Front Impact Sensor connector.