Sensor Vertical Alignment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Dodge Durango. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- The adaptive speed control sensor (4) (also known as the Adaptive Cruise Control/ACC sensor or module and the radar sensor or module) is located on a bracket (6) secured near the center of the underside of the front bumper support member of the Front End Module (FEM) behind the front fascia.
- Unsnap and remove the molded plastic ACC fascia closeout bezel in the center of the grille texture insert of the lower air intake opening of the front fascia to gain access to the ACC adjustment screws.
- Remove the smaller plastic bezel (mirror cover) from over the front of the sensor housing.
- Using standard glass cleaner and a clean soft towel, remove any dirt or road salt from the convex molded dark plastic lens (radar dome) on the face of the sensor as well as from the suction cup of the vertical alignment tool (3).
- Carefully slide the vertical alignment tool over the sensor housing until the suction cup rests against the lens of the sensor.NOTE:
It may take several attempts to get the suction cup of the special tool to fasten securely to the sensor. If necessary, lightly wet the suction cup with clean water to help improve adhesion.
- Depress the plunger (1) of the vertical alignment tool to engage the suction cup and attach the special tool securely to the lens of the sensor.
- Use the 3.5 millimeter hex nut driver (Special Tool No. (special tool #10243-2, Driver, Nut)) to rotate the vertical adjustment ball stud (2) that secures the sensor (1) to the mounting bracket as necessary to center the bubble of the spirit level between the two center marks on the vial of the level located on the top of the vertical alignment tool.
- Depress the center release button of the special tool to release the suction cup from the sensor lens and remove the special tool from the sensor.
- Perform the ACC sensor horizontal alignment using a diagnostic scan tool and the appropriate diagnostic information.
- Reinstall the smaller plastic bezel (mirror cover) onto the front of the sensor housing. Care must be taken to orient the bezel properly to ensure proper retention.
- Reinstall the molded plastic ACC fascia closeout bezel into the center of the grille texture insert of the lower air intake opening of the front fascia.