Kia Optima: Installation - Front Impact Sensor (FIS). Repair procedures - SRSCM - Restraint - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Installation

Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not contact the battery cable while replacing the front impact sensor.
1. Install the new front impact sensor.
2. Tighten the front impact sensor mounting nut.

Tightening torque:

7.8 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2 lb-ft)


3. Connect the front impact sensor connector.
4. Install the radiator mounting bracket.

Tightening torque:

3.9 ~ 5.9 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 ~ 4.3 lb-ft)


5. Tighten the radiator upper hose bolt.
6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
7. After installing the Front Impact Sensor, confirm proper system operation:
A. Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.

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