Restraints and Safety Systems: Service Precautions
TECHNICIAN SAFETY INFORMATIONPrecautions for SRS "Air Bag" Service
- Do not use a circuit tester to check SRS circuits.
- Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch "OFF", disconnect battery ground cable and wait for at least 10 minutes.
- For approximately ten minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag to inflate.
- Therefore, do not work on any air bag system connectors or wires until at least ten minutes have passed.
- SRS sensors must always be installed with their arrow marks "<-" facing the front of the vehicle for proper operation.
- Also check sensors for cracks, deformities or rust before installation and replace as required.
- The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
- Handle air bag module carefully. Always place it with the pad side facing upward.
- After removing any SRS parts, discard old bolts and replace with new ones.
- Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function.
- If front of vehicle is damaged in a collision, always check the crash zone sensor and the wiring harness.
- After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced.
Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function.
^ If front of vehicle is damaged in a collision, always check the crash zone
sensor and the wiring harness.
^ After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be
replaced.Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function.
- If front of vehicle is damaged in a collision, always check the crash zone
sensor and the wiring harness.
- After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be
replaced.