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Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision: Service and Repair





SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, initialize the following systems after the cable is reconnected.





* Even in the case of a minor collision that does not cause the SRS to deploy, the SRS parts should be inspected.

1. INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT

(a) Perform zero point calibration and sensitivity check if any of the following conditions occur:

* The occupant classification ECU is replaced.

* Accessories (seatback tray and seat cover, etc.) are installed.

* The front passenger seat is removed from the vehicle.

* The passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator ("OFF") comes on when the front passenger seat is not occupied.

* The vehicle is brought to the workshop for repair due to an accident or a collision.

2. INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT

(a) When the airbag has not deployed, confirm the DTCs by checking the SRS warning light. If there is any malfunction in the SRS airbag system, perform troubleshooting.

(b) When any of the airbags have deployed due to a collision, be sure to replace all sensors in the damaged areas and center airbag sensor assembly.

EXPRESSIONS OF IGNITION SWITCH

The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications of the vehicle.

The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.