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Airbag Units, Removing and Installing After an Accident







Airbag Units, Removing and Installing After an Accident

Always replace the following components after an accident when airbag has deployed:

All deployed airbag units

Supports and bracket from passenger module with a deployed passenger airbag.

Return ring with slip ring, if driver side airbag deployed.

All seat belts with triggered belt tensioners

If needed (visual inspection), the following must also be replaced: all faulty components.

Accident without Airbag Deployment

If the Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (K75) does not indicate a malfunction, the airbag components do not need to be replaced. Check seat belts separately.