03/10/2024 13:10:35

Actuator - Pedestrian Protection - LH - 2nd Generation (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 20300112

  • 2024-04-25: Updated Toolbox routines to be run after replacing the actuator.
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Warning
If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass shatter.
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Note
Before disconnecting the 12V power supply, ensure that the driver’s door window is fully open. Failure to follow this instruction could result in vehicle lockout.
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Note
This procedure does not currently apply to North American vehicles.
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Note
In the event of an airbag or seat belt tensioner deployment, certain airbag and seat belt components must be replaced, and other components must be inspected for damage. Refer to SRS Inspection and Component Replacement for a specific list of items that must be inspected and replaced.

Removal

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  3. Remove the LH and RH underhood aprons. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  4. Remove the HEPA filter inlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Inlet (Remove and Replace) .
  5. Remove the HEPA filter outlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Outlet (Remove and Replace) .
  6. Disconnect the First Responder Loop and 12V battery negative terminal.
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    Proceed to the next step only when the First Responder Loop has been disconnected for at least 2 minutes.
  7. Remove the nuts that attach the LH and RH wiper arms to the vehicle (torque 35 Nm), and then remove the wiper arms from the vehicle.
  8. Release the clips that attach the LH and RH shock tower covers to the vehicle, and then remove the shock tower covers from the vehicle.
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    The shock tower cover may have 3 or 4 clips.
    Figure 1. LH shown, RH similar
  9. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace) .
  10. Fold the fender liner downwards to gain access to the LH pedestrian protection actuator electrical connector.
  11. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the LH pedestrian protection actuator.
  12. Release the clip that attaches the LH pedestrian protection actuator electrical connector to the body.
  13. Remove the bolts that attach the LH pedestrian protection actuator to the body (torque 8 Nm), and then remove the actuator from the vehicle.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
  • If the actuators deployed, remove and replace the pressure tube sensor. See Sensor - Pressure Tube (Remove and Replace).
  • If the actuators deployed, remove and replace the hood hinges. See Hinge - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace).
  • If the actuators deployed, inspect the following for damage and replace as necessary:
    • Hood
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      Inspect for deformation in the plastic above the hood hinges, the surface above the hinges, and the surface above the striker.
    • Primary hood latch
    • Secondary hood latch
    • Hood striker
  • After all components are reinstalled, perform the following steps:
    1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
    2. In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "RCM" into the search field, select PROC_RCM_X_SERVICE-TASKSSearch for routine in ToolboxRestraint Control Module Service TasksSafety & Restraints / Seats - Post Replacement TasksSafety & Restraints / Airbags - Post Replacement TasksSafety & Restraints / Safety Testing - RCM Service TasksSafety & Restraints / Seats - Post Replacement TasksSafety & Restraints / Airbags - Post Replacement Tasks, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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      This routine is only available if the vehicle runs firmware version 2024.8 or later.
    3. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle..
    4. Exit Service Mode.