When the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from
the battery, memory of the clock and audio systems will be
cancelled. So before starting work, make a record of the con-
tents memorized by the audio memory system. When work
is finished, reset the audio systems as before and adjust the
clock.
This vehicle has power tilt and power telescopic steering,
power seat, power outside rear view mirror and power shoul-
der 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, therefore 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 SRS does not
deploy, the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag
assembly and front airbag sensors should be inspected (See
pages RS±10, 20, 30).
4. Never use SRS 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 assembly, steering wheel pad or front
passenger airbag assembly in order to reuse it.
7. If the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor assembly,
steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly or seat
belt pretensioners have been dropped, or if there are cracks,
dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector,
replace them with new ones.
8. Do not expose the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor
assembly, steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag
assembly or seat belt pretensioners directly to hot air or
flames.
9. Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 k/V
minimum) for troubleshooting of the electrical circuit.
10. Information labels are attached to the periphery of the SRS
components. Follow the instructions on the notices.
11. After work on the supplemental restraint system is
completed, perform the SRS warning light check (See page
RS±44).
± INTRODUCTIONPRECAUTIONIN±11
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The SUPRA is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System), which comprises a driver
airbag, and front passenger airbag if fitted. Failure to carry out service operations in the correct
sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a seri-
ous accident. Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the SRS, it is possible the SRS may fail to
operate when required. Before performing servicing (including removal or installation of parts, in-
spection or replacement), be sure to read the following items carefully, then follow the correct pro-
cedure described in the repair manual.
1. Malfunction symptoms of the SRS are difficult to confirm, so the diagnostic trouble codes become the most
important source of information when troubleshooting. When troubleshooting the SRS, always inspect the
diagnostic trouble codes before disconnecting the battery.
(See page RS±44)
2. Work must be started after 90 seconds from the time the ignition switch is turned to the ºLOCKº
position and the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.
(The SRS is equipped with a back±up power source so that if work is started within 90 seconds of
disconnecting the negative (±) terminal cable from the battery, the SRS may deploy.)
When the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, memory of the clock and audio sys-
tems will be canceled. So before starting work, make a record of the contents memorized by the audio
memory system. When work is finished, reset the audio systems as before and adjust the clock. 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 SRS does not deploy, the steering wheel pad, front passenger
airbag assembly, front airbag sensors and center airbag sensor assembly should be inspected.
(See pages RS±10, 20, 30, and 33)
4. Never use SRS 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 steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, front airbag
sensors or center airbag sensor assembly in order to reuse it.
7. If the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, front airbag sensors or center airbag sensor
assembly have been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or
connector, replace them with new ones.
8. Do not expose the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, front airbag sensors or center
airbag sensor assembly directly to hot air or flames.
9. Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 k/V minimum) for troubleshooting the system's electrical
circuits.
10. Information labels are attached to the periphery of the SRS components. Follow the instructions on the
notices.
11. After work on the SRS is completed, check the SRS warning light.
(See page RS±44)
12. If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precaution in the IN section. RS±2
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMGENERAL DESCRIPTION
