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Front-End Discriminating Sensor: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Pontiac Sunfire and 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Align sensor to vehicle, ensuring arrow on sensor body is pointing toward front of vehicle. Install bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Reconnect sensor connector and install CPA clip.
  2. Activate air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Check system for proper operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
Fig 1: Identifying Front-end Discriminating Sensor
G98F09871Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.