Side Object Sensor Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Chevrolet SS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Side Object Sensor

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to . Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
1	Side Object Sensor Front Procedure Disconnect the side object sensor electrical connector. Release the locking tabs on the side object sensor . The side object sensor is a one piece design. Do NOT twist the sensor cap to try and remove the painted cap. Replacement sensor requires painting to match fascia/bumper body color. Ensure the paint does not exceed 6 mils. Use a paint thickness gauge suitable for non-ferrous metals. NOTE: Ensure the silicone decoupling ring is installed on the sensor to avoid sensor failure.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to . Front Bumper Fascia Replacement

Side Object Sensor Front

Procedure

Disconnect the side object sensor electrical connector.
Release the locking tabs on the side object sensor .
The side object sensor is a one piece design. Do NOT twist the sensor cap to try and remove the painted cap. Replacement sensor requires painting to match fascia/bumper body color.
Ensure the paint does not exceed 6 mils. Use a paint thickness gauge suitable for non-ferrous metals.

NOTE:

Ensure the silicone decoupling ring is installed on the sensor to avoid sensor failure.