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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Sensor, CPA & Yellow Sensor Harness Connector
    GM809058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove any dirt, grease, and other contaminants from the mounting surface.
  2. Connect the sensor harness connector (3) to the sensor (1).
  3. Install the orange CPA (2) into the yellow sensor harness connector (3).
  4. Fig 2: Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Bolts
    GM809051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Position the sensor on the upper radiator core support (3).
  6. Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.
  7. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  8. Install the sensor bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  9. Secure the fascia to the radiator support.
  10. Install the retainers that hold the upper front bumper fascia to the radiator support.
  11. Install the grille. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement in Bumpers.
  12. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 .