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REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
In the following cases, replace the front airbag sensor.
NOTICE: For replacement of the front airbag sensor, see page AB±16, ªREMOVAL AND
INSTALLATIONº.
w If the airbag has been deployed in a collision.
(Replace both the left and right airbag sensors.)
w If the front airbag sensor has been found to be faulty in troubleshootin\
g.
w If the front airbag sensor has been found to be faulty during the check \
in item 2±(b).
w If the front airbag sensor has been dropped.
Center Airbag Sensor Assembly
INSPECTION ITEMS
1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
w Perform a diagnostic system check (See page AB±30).
VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
IF THE AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED
w Perform a diagnostic system check (See page AB±30).
IF THE AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED
w Replace the airbag sensor assembly certainly.
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Wire Harness and Connector
HINT: The wires for the airbag wire harness are encased in a yellow corrugate\
d tube and all the connectors in
the system are a standard yellow color.
INSPECTION ITEMS
1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISIONw Perform a diagnostic system check (See page AB±30).
2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION (a) Perform a diagnostic system check (See page AB±30).
(b) If there is a break in any of the wires in the airbag system wire harness,\
or if conductors are exposed.
(c) If the airbag system wire harness connectors are cracked or chipped.
REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
In the following cases, replace the wire harness or connector.
w If any part of the airbag system wire harness or any connector has been fo\
und to be faulty in trouble-
shooting.
w If any part of the airbag system wire harness or any connector has been \
found to be faulty during the
check in item 2±(b) or (c).
NOTICE: If the wire harness used in the airbag system is damaged, replace the w\
hole wire harness
assembly.
When the connector to the airbag front sensors can be repaired alone (when \
there is no damage
to the wire harness), use the repair wire specially designed for the pu\
rpose (See page AB±20).
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PREPARATION
SST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)
09082±00700SRS Airbag
Deployment Tool
09213±31021Crankshaft Pulley
Puller
09843±18020Diagnosis Check
Wiring
Steering wheel
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09042±00010Torx Socket
T30
09042±00020Torx Socket
T30
09082±00015TOYOTA
Electrical Tester
Center airbag sensor assembly
Steering wheel pad
EQUIPMENT
Part NameNote
Torque wrench
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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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(e) Pull the wheel pad out from the steering wheel anddisconnect the airbag connector.
NOTICE: When removing the wheel pad, take care not to
pull the airbag wire harness.
CAUTION:
wWhen storing the wheel pad, keep the upper surface of
the pad facing upward (See pages AB±3, 4).
wNever disassemble the wheel pad.
2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Remove the set nut.
(c) Place matchmarks on the steering wheel and mainshaft.
(d) Using SST, remove the steering wheel.
SST 09213±31021
3. REMOVE AND INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE FROM/TO COMBINATION SWITCH (See page BE±41)
NOTICE: Do not disassemble the spiral cable or apply oil
to it.
4. CENTER SPIRAL CABLE (a) Check that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.
(b) Turn the spiral cable counterclockwise by hand until it
becomes harder to turn the cable.
(c) Then rotate the spiral cable clockwise about 3 turns to align the red mark.
HINT: The spiral cable will rotate about 3 turns to either left
or right of the center.
5. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (a) Align matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft,
and install the steering wheel to the main shaft.
(b) Install and torque the set nut.
Torque: 35 N Vm (360 kgf Vcm, 26 ft Vlbf)
(c) Connect the connector.
6. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL PAD (a) Connect the airbag connector.
(b) I n s t a l l t h e w heel pad after confirming that the
circumference groove of the torx screws is caught on the
screw case.
(c) Using a torx wrench, tighten the four screws.
Torque: 7.4 N Vm (75 kgf Vcm, 65 in. Vlbf)
NOTICE:
wMake sure the wheel pad is installed to the specified
torque.
wIf the wheel pad has been dropped, or there are cracks,
dents or other defects in the case or connector, replace
the wheel pad with a new one.
wWhen installing the wheel pad, take care that the wirings
do not interfere with other parts and are not pinched
between other parts.
7. CHECK STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT AB±15
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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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INSTALL FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR
Install the sensor with the arrow on the sensor facing toward
the front of the vehicle.
Torque: 25 NVm (260 kgf Vcm, 19 ft Vlbf)
NOTICE:
wMake sure the sensor is installed to the specified torque.
wIf the sensor has been dropped, or there are cracks, dents
or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace
the sensor with a new one.
wThe sensor set bolts have been anti±rust treated. When
the sensor is removed, always replace the set bolts with
new ones.
wAfter installation, shake the sensor to check that there is
no looseness.
wThe front sensor is equipped with an electrical
connection check mechanism. Be sure to lock this
mechanism securely when connecting the connector. If
the connector is not securely locked, a malfunction code
will be detected by the diagnosis system.
wCheck that the dimensions of the body where the front
airbag sensor is installed match those in the body
dimension drawings on page BO±133.
(The airbag may malfunction, or may not work, if the
mounting angle or dimensions of the sensor mount
are not correct.) AB±17
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Center Airbag Sensor Assembly
Remove and install the parts as shown.
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