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Collision / Non-Collision Inspections

INSPECTION




1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
Do a diagnostic system check.*

2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
a. Do a diagnostic system check.*




b. If the front fender of the car or its periphery is damaged, do a visual check for damage to the front airbag sensor, which includes the following items even if the airbag was not deployed:
- Bracket deformation
- Paint peeling from the bracket
- Cracks, dents or chips in the case
- Cracks, dents, hipping and scratches in the connector
- Peeling off of the label or damage to the sereal number

* Refer to SRS Warning Light Check, and How to Display and Read Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

Displaying & Reading Trouble Codes