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Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision: Service and Repair

COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AFTER DEPLOYMENT

NOTE: Before doing any SRS repairs, use the Hi-Scan Pro to check for DTCs. Refer to the Diagnostic Trouble Code list for repairing of the related DTCs.

When the front airbag(s) deployed after a collision, replace the following items.
- SRSCM
- Deployed airbag(s)
- Deployed seat belt pretensioner(s)
- Front impact sensors
- SRS wiring harnesses
- Inspect the clock spring for heat damage.
If any damage found, replace the clock spring.

When the seat belt pretensioner(s) deployed after a collision, replace the following items.
- Deployed seat belt pretensioner(s)
- SRSCM
- Front impact sensors
- SRS wiring harnesses

When the side/curtain airbag(s) deployed after a collision, replace the following items.
- SRSCM
- Deployed airbag(s)
- Side impact sensor(s) for the deployed side(s)
- SRS wiring harnesses

After the vehicle is completely repaired, confirm the SRS airbag system is OK.
- Turn the ignition switch ON, the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.