1991 LEXUS SC300 battery

DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL
PAD (WITH AIRBAG)
When scrapping vehicles equipped with an airbag system or dis-
posing of a steering wheel pad (with airbag), always first deploy
the airbag in accordance with the procedure described below.
If any abnormality occurs with the airbag deployment, contact the
SERVICE DEPT. of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC..
Never dispose of a steering wheel pad which has an
undeployed airbag.
When disposing of a steering wheel pad with an airbag deployed
in a collision, follow the same procedure given under ªAIRBAG
DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURE (WHEN SCRAPPING THE VE-
HICLE), part 5, DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITH
AIRBAG)º (See page AB±93).
PRECAUTIONS FOR AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
1. The airbag produces a sizeable exploding sound when
it deploys, so perform the operation out±of±doors and
where it will not create a nuisance to nearby residents.
2. When deploying the airbag, always use the specified
SST; SRS AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT TOOL (SST
09082±00700). Perform the operation in a place away
from electrical noise.
3. When deploying an airbag, perform the operation from at least 10 m (33 ft) away from the steering wheel pad.
4. The steering wheel pad is very hot when the airbag is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes after
deployment.
5. Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a steering
wheel pad with deployed airbag.
6. Always wash your hands with water after completing the operation.
7. Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with deployed airbag.
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURE
(WHEN SCRAPPING VEHICLE)
HINT: Have a battery ready as the power source to deploy the
airbag.
1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (±) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BATTERY
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 30 sec-
onds or lo nger from the time the ignition switch is turned
to the LOCK position and the negative (±) terminal cable
is disconnected from the battery (See page AB±2).
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2. CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SST (See page AB±97)
SST 09082±00700
3. INSTALL SST CAUTION: Check that there is no looseness in the
steering wheel and steering wheel pad.
(a) Remove the No. 1 under cover.
(b) Disconnect the airbag connector of the spiral cable.
(c) Connect the SST connector to the airbag connector ofthe spiral cable.
SST 09082±00700
(d) Move the SST to at least 10 m (33 ft) from the front of the
vehicle.
(e) Close all the doors and windows of the vehicle.
NOTICE: Take care not to damage the SST wire harness.
(f) Connect the SST red clip to the battery positive (+) terminal and the black clip to the battery negative (±)
terminal.
4. DEPLOY AIRBAG (a) Confirm that no±one is inside the vehicle or within 10 (33 ft) of the vehicle.
(b) Press the SST activation switch and deploy the airbag.
HINT: The airbag deploys simultaneously as the LED of the
SST activation switch lights up.
AB±92
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5. DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITH AIRBAG)CAUTION:
w The steering wheel pad is very hot when the airbag is
deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes after
deployment.
w Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a steering
wheel pad with deployed airbag.
w Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with
deployed airbag.
w Always wash your hands with water after completing the
operation.
(a) When scrapping a vehicle, deploy the airbag and scrap
the vehicle with the steering wheel pad still installed.
(b) When moving a vehicle for scr apping which has a
steering wheel pad with deployed airbag, use gloves
and safety glasses.
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURE
(PROCEDURE FOR DISPOSAL OF
STEERING WHEEL PAD ONLY)
When disposing of the steering wheel pad (with airbag)
only, never use the customer's vehicle to deploy the
airbag.
Remove the steering wheel pad from the vehicle and be sure
to follow the procedure given below when deploying the
airbag.
HINT: Have a battery ready as the power source to deploy the
airbag.
1. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD (SEE PAGE AB±16)
CAUTION:
wWhen removing the steering wheel pad (with
airbag), work must be started after approx. 30
seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch
is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (±)
terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.
w When storing the steering wheel pad, keep the upper
surface of the pad facing upward.
2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD CONNECTOR
Remove the connector on the steering wheel pad rear
surface from the inflater cover.
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(Covering Method Using Tires)
Place at least three tires without disc wheel on top of the disc
wheel with tire to which the steering wheel pad is tied.
Tire size: Must exceed the following dimensions ±Width 185 mm (7.28 in.)
Inner diam 360 mm (14.17 in.)
CAUTION: Do not use tires with disc wheels.
NOTICE: The tires may be marked by the airbag deploy-
ment, so use redundent tires.
7. AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT (a) Connect the SST red clip to the battery positive (+)terminal and the black clip to the battery negative (±)
terminal.
(b) Confirm that no±one is within 10 m (33 ft) of the disc wheel the steering wheel pad is tied to.
(c) Press the SST activation switch and deploy the airbag.
HINT: The airbag deploys simultaneously as the LED of the
SST activation switch lights up.
8. DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITH AIRBAG) CAUTION:
w The steering wheel pad is very hot when the airbag is
deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes after de-
ployment.
w Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a steering
wheel pad with deployed airbag.
w Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with
deployed airbag.
w Always wash your hands with water after completing the
operation.
(a) Remove the steering wheel pad from the disc wheel.
(b) Place the steering wheel pad in a vinyl bag, tie the end
tightly and dispose of it the same way as other general
parts.
AB±96
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CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SST
When deploying the airbag, always use the specified SST:
SRS AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT TOOL.
SST 09082±00700
1. CONNECT SST TO BATTERY Connect the red clip of the SST to the battery positive (+) ter-
minal and the black clip to the battery negative (±) terminal.
HINT: Do not connect the yellow connector which connects
with the airbag system.
2. CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SST Press the SST activation switch, and confirm the LED of the
SST activation switch lights up.
CAUTION: If the LED lights up when the activation switch
is not being pressed, SST malfunction is probable, so
definitely do not use the SST.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The LEXUS SC400 is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) a\
irbag.
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the\
airbag system to unex-
pectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a serious accident.
Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the airbag system, it is possible the\
airbag may fail to operate
when required.
Before performing servicing (including removal or installation of parts, insp\
ection or replacement), be
sure to read the following items carefully, then follow the correct procedure described in the repair
manual.
1. Malfunction symptoms of the airbag system are difficult to confirm, so the diagnostic codes become themost important source of information when troubleshooting.
When troubleshooting the airbag system, always inspect the diagnostic co\
des before disconnecting the
battery (See page AB±25).
2. Work must be started after approx. 20 seconds or longer from the time the ig\
nition switch is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnec\
ted from the battery. (The
airbag system is equipped with a back±up power source so that if work is sta\
rted within 20 seconds
of disconnecting the negative (±) terminal cable of the battery, the airbag may be deployed.)
When the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, memory of the clock and audio sys-
tems will be cancelled. So before starting work, make a record of the conten\
ts memorized by the audio
memory system. Then when work is finished, reset the audio systems as before a\
nd adjust the clock. When
the vehicle has power tilt and power telescopic steering, power seat, power \
outside rear view mirror and
power shoulder belt anchorage, which are all equipped with memory function, it\
is not possible to make
a record of the memory contents. So when the work is finished, it will be\
necessary to explain this fact to
the customer, and ask the customer to adjust the features and reset the memory. To avoid erasing the
memory of each memory system, never use a back±up power supply from outside\
the vehicle.
3. Even in cases of a minor collision where the airbag does not deploy, the front airbag sensors and
the steering wheel pad should be inspected (See page AB±9).
4. Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new parts.
5. Before repairs, remove the airbag sensors if shocks are likely to be applied to the sensors during repairs.
6. Never disassemble and repair the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor a\
ssembly or steering
wheel pad in order to reuse it.
7. If the front airbag sensors, center airbag assembly or steering wheel pa\
d have been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or conn\
ector, replace them with new
ones.
8. Do not expose the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly or\
steering wheel pad directly to hot air or flames.
9. Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 kW/V minimum) for troubleshoo\
ting of the electrical circuit.
10. Information labels are attached to the periphery of the airbag components. Follow t\
he instructions
on the notices.
11. After work on the airbag system is completed, perform the airbag warning\
light check (See page AB±30 ).
AB±2
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF
COMPONENT PARTS
Steering Wheel Pad and Spiral Cable
Removal and install the parts as shown.
(MAIN POINTS OF REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION)
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the LOCK position and the negative (±) terminal
cable is disconnected from the battery (See page AB±2).
NOTICE:
wIf the wiring connector of the airbag system is discon-
nected with the ignition switch at ON or ACC, diagnostic
codes will be recorded.
wNever use airbag parts from another vehicle. When re-
placing parts, replace with new parts.
1. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD (a) Remove negative terminal (±) from the battery.
(b) Place the front wheels facing straight ahead.
(c) Using a torx wrench, loosen the four screws.
Torx wrench: T30 (Part No. 09042±00010 or locally manufac-
tured tool)
(d) Loosen the torx screws until the groove along the screwcircumference catches on the screw case.
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Front Airbag Sensor
Remove and install the parts as shown.
(MAIN POINTS OF REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION)
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the LOCK position and the negative (±) terminal
cable is disconnected from the battery (See page AB±2).
NOTICE:
wIf the wiring connector of the airbag system is discon-
nected with the ignition switch at ON or ACC, diagnostic
codes will be recorded.
wNever use airbag parts from another vehicle. When
replacing parts, replace with new parts.
wNever reuse the sensor involved in a collision when the
airbag has deployed.
wNever repair a sensor in order to reuse it.
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