Honda Civic Service Manual: Front Impact Sensor Removal and Installation ('12, '13: except KA KC models)
7521A4 LEFT FRONT
7521A8 RIGHT FRONT

Removal
NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
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Battery Terminal (SRS) - Disconnection |

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Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
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Disconnect and isolate the negative cable and battery sensor
(A) from the battery (B).
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NOTE: Always disconnect the negative side first.
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Disconnect the positive cable (C) from the battery.
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Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
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Remove the screws (A), the bolts (B), and the clips (C, D) securing
the front bumper (E).
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Pull out the front bumper (A) from the side spacer (B). Repeat
this step on the opposite side.
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With the help of an assistant, pull out both sides of the front
bumper (A) from the upper beam (B).
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With the help of an assistant, remove the front bumper (A).
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Disconnect the front impact sensor connector on the engine compartment
wire harness.
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Remove the TORX bolts using a TORX T30 bit, then remove the front
impact sensor (A).
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Installation
NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
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Install the front impact sensor (A) with the new TORX bolts using
a TORX T30 bit.
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Connect the front impact sensor connector on the engine compartment
wire harness.
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Battery Terminal (SRS) - Reconnection |
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NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally, test the battery.
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Clean the battery terminals.
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Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery (B).
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NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.
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Connect the negative cable and battery sensor (C) to the battery.
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Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.
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Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located
under the driver's side of the dashboard.
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
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Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not
communicate, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
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Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.
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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then wait for 10 seconds.
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Confirm Proper SRS Operation |
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator
comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
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With the help of an assistant, install the front bumper (A).
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With the help of an assistant, install both sides of the front
bumper (A) to the upper beam (B).
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Install the front bumper (A) to the side spacer (B). Repeat this
step on the opposite side.
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Install the screws (A), the bolts (B), and the clips (C, D) securing
the front bumper (E).
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7521B6 LEFT FRONT
7521B7 RIGHT FRONT
Removal
NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing re ...
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.
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button to access some audio functions.
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normal and
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