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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 .
  2. Remove the grille. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement (Aztek) or Fascia Grille Replacement (Rendezvous) in Bumpers.
  3. Remove the retainers that hold the upper front bumper fascia to the radiator support.
  4. Pull the fascia from the radiator support to gain access to the sensor bolts.
  5. Fig 1: View Of Sensor, CPA & Yellow Sensor Harness Connector
    GM809058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the orange connector position assurance (CPA) (2) from the yellow sensor harness connector (3).
  7. Disconnect the harness connector from the sensor (1).
  8. Fig 2: Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Bolts
    GM809051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the sensor bolts (1).
  10. Remove the sensor (2) from the upper radiator core support (3).