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Airbag Units, Removing and Installing After an Accident







Airbag Units, Removing and Installing After an Accident

Accident with Airbag Deployment

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 necessary (visual check) also replace the following: All damaged components

Accident without Airbag Deployment

If Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) (K75) does not indicate a DTC, airbag components do not need to be replaced. Seat belts must be inspected separately.