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Collision / Non-Collision Inspections

INSPECTION




1. Vehicle not involved in collision:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following item with the seatback assembly installed in the vehicle. Check that there are no cuts or frayed in seams and outside of seatback cover.

2. Vehicle involved in a collision and airbag is not deployed:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
a. Do a diagnostic system check.




b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the seatback assembly removed from the vehicle.
- Check cuts, tears and cracks of the side airbag assembly.
- Check cuts and cracks in wire harness, and chip-ping in connectors.
- Check cuts and cracks of the side airbag bracket.

CAUTION:
For removal and installation of the seatback assembly. Be sure to follow the correct procedure.

3. Vehicle involved in a collision and airbag is deployed:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the seatback assembly removed from the vehicle.
- Check the seatback installation part of the seat adjuster.
- Check the damage to the connector and wire harness.

CAUTION:
For removal and installation of the seatback assembly. Be sure to follow the correct procedure.

HINT:
If the seat adjuster is deformed, never repair it. Always replace it with a new one.