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RS0PC−03
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
RS−31
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
INSTALLATION
NOTICE:
Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replac-
ing parts, replace with new parts.
1. INSTALL FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
Install the airbag door and front passenger airbag assembly to
the instrument panel.
CAUTION:
Make sure that no foreign objects are trapped be-
tween the airbag and the module.
Do not damage the strap when installing the module.
If the airbag door is cracked or its surface is peeling,
always replace it with a new airbag door.
NOTICE:
If the front passenger airbag assembly has been dropped,
or there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case or
connector, replace the front passenger airbag assembly
with a new one.
2. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL (See page BO−80)
Install the 2 bolts to instrument panel reinforcement. Torque: 20 N·m (210 kgf·cm, 15 ft·lbf)
NOTICE:
Make sure the front passenger airbag assembly is installed
to the specified torque.When installing the instrument pan-
el, take care that the airbag wire harness does not interfere
with other parts and is not pinched between other parts.
3. CONNECT AIRBAG CONNECTOR
(a) Connect the airbag connector.
(b) Install the airbag connector to the airbag bracket.
(c) Install the glove compartment door.
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RS0PE−01
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
RS−33
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
REMOVAL
NOTICE:
Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and various
computers unless absolutely necessary.
(If the IC terminals are touched, the IC may be destroyed by
static electricity.)
1. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
(a) Transfer shirt knob
(b) Front console box
2. REMOVE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Disconnect the connector.
NOTICE:
Remove the connector with the sensor assembly installed.
(b) Using a torx wrench remove the 4 screws and the airbag sensor assembly.
Torx wrench: T40 (Part No. 09042 −00020 or locally
manufactured tool)
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RS0PH−01
RS−34
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
INSPECTION
1. VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION
Do a diagnostic system check. (See page DI−240)
2. VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED
Do a diagnostic system check. (See page DI−240)
3. VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED
Replace the airbag sensor assembly. (See page RS−32)
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RS0PG−01
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
RS−35
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
REPLACEMENT
REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
In the following cases, replace the airbag sensor assembly.
If the SRS has been deployed in a collision.
If the airbag sensor assembly has been found to be faulty in troubleshoo\
ting.
If the airbag sensor assembly has been dropped.
CAUTION:
For removal and installation of the airbag sensor assembly, see page RS−33 and RS−36 . Be sure to
follow the correct procedure.
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RS0PF−01
RS−36
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
INSTALLATION
NOTICE:
Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace with \
new parts.
Never reuse the airbag sensor assembly involved in a collision when the airbag has deployed.
Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.
1. INSTALL AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a torx wrench, install the airbag sensor assembly with the 4 screw\
s. Torx wrench: T40 (Part No. 09042 −00020 or locally manufactured tool)
Torque: 21 N·m (210 kgf·cm, 15 ft·lbf)
(b) Connect the connector.
NOTICE:
Installation of the connector is done with the sensor assembly installed\
.
Make sure the sensor assembly is installed to the specified torque.
If the sensor assembly has been dropped, or there are cracks, dents or o\
ther defects in the
case, bracket or connector, replace the sensor assembly with a new one.
When installing the sensor assembly, take care that the SRS wiring does not interfere with other
parts and is not pinched between other parts.
After installation, shake the sensor assembly to check that there is no \
looseness.
2. INSTALL THE REMOVED PARTS
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RS0PK−01
R13515
Front Passenger Airbag Assembly
Steering Wheel Pad Airbag Sensor Assembly
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR
RS−37
1136
Author: Date:
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR
LOCATION
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RS0PJ−01
RS−38
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
INSPECTION
HINT:
The SRS wire harness is integrated with the cowl wire harness assembly and \
floor wire harness assembly.
The wires for the SRS wire harness are encased in a black corrugated tube a\
nd all the connectors in the
system are a standard yellow color.
1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION
Do a diagnostic system check (See page DI−240).
2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN COLLISION
(a) Do a diagnostic system check (See page DI−240).
(b) Check for breaks in all wires of the SRS wire harness, and for exposed c\
onductors.
(c) Check to see if the SRS wire harness connectors are cracked or chipped.
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RS0PI−01
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR
RS−39
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
REPLACEMENT
In the following cases, replace the wire harness or connector.
If any part of the SRS wire harness or any connector has been found to be \
faulty in troubleshoot-
ing.
If any part of the SRS wire harness or any connector has been found to be \
faulty during the check
in items 2−(b) or (c).
NOTICE:
If the wire harness used in the SRS is damaged, replace the whole wire h\
arness assembly.
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