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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012IMPALA V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSACCELERATION/DECELERATION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.6L
Acceleration/Deceleration Sensor: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Vehicle Yaw Sensor with Vehicle Lateral Accelerometer Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the front floor center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement Front Floor Console Replacement.
3. Disconnect the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer electrical connector.
4. Remove the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer nuts (1).
5. Remove the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer (1).
Installation Procedure
Note:
Install the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer with the electrical connection facing forward.
1. Install the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer (1).
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer nuts (1) and tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb ft).
3. Connect the yaw sensor with lateral accelerometer electrical connector.
4. Install the front floor center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement Front Floor Console Replacement.
5. Install a scan tool.
6. Using the special functions menu on the scan tool, reset the yaw rate sensor.
7. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.