Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: The yaw rate sensor will be damaged if dropped. Do not use a damaged yaw rate sensor.

CAUTION: Make sure the yaw rate sensor is correctly positioned.

Remove the RH front seat. For additional information, refer to SEATING .
Remove the scuff plate trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .

Fig 1: Removing Scuff Plate Trim Panel
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Position the carpet aside.

Fig 2: Positioning Carpet Aside
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Remove the sensor bracket bolts.

Fig 3: Removing Sensor Bracket Bolts
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
1. Disconnect the yaw rate sensor electrical connector.
2. Disconnect the lateral acceleration sensor electrical connector.
Fig 4: Disconnecting Lateral Acceleration Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the lateral acceleration sensor.

Fig 5: Removing Lateral Acceleration Sensor
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.