Kia Picanto: SRSCM / Front Impact Sensor (FIS)
Description and operation
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| The front impact sensor (FIS) is installed in the Front End Module (FEM). |
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| FIS is a remote sensor that detects acceleration due to a collision at its mounting location. |
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The primary purpose of the Front Impact Sensor (FIS) is to provide an
indication of a collision. The Front Impact Sensor (FIS) sends
acceleration data to the SRSCM. |
Components and components location

1. Front Impact Sensor (FIS)
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Repair procedures
1. | Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for at least thirty seconds before beginning to work. |
2. | Remove the Head lamp.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Head Lamp")
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3. | Make a gap by lossening the washer reservoir tank mounting bolt.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Front Washer Motor")
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4. | Disconnect the front impact sensor connector (A). |
5. | Remove the front impact sensor (B) after loosening the mounting bolt.
Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.7 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m . 5.7 - 8.6 lb-ft) |
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6. | Install in the reverse order of removal. |
Description and operation
Description
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primary purpose of the SRSCM (Supplemental Restraints System Control
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Description and operation
Description
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Side Impact Sensor (SIS) system consists of two Pressure Side Impact
Sensor (P-SIS) installed at each center of the fro ...
Other information:
The seat warmer is provided to warm
the front seats during cold weather.
With the ignition switch in the ON position,
push either of the switches to
warm the driver's seat or the front
passenger's seat.
During mild weather or under conditions
where the operation of the seat
warmer i ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front door outside handle
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to re ...