What is this?

[arose62]

After 9 years, I suddenly realised I'd been assuming this was part of the bonnet/hood release, even though I know full well that I pull a mechanical cable to release.

Googling shows lots of engine bays without it, and some later models with it.

My theories are an ambient temperature sensor, a collision sensor, or a something-else.

What lies beneath this black metal shield?

[bronsin]

Looks like there’s a wire bundle going through a hole in the metal beneath The thing you are mentioning. Perhaps it’s to protect the wires from being damaged?

:iono:

[sh0rtlife]

actualy i was wondering since i cant see how far down it goes, whats mounted off of it in front...it could be little more than a mounting pad for something behind the grill

[ex-x-fire]

Unplug it and see if the air bag light comes on.