RS02V-04
- SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSRS AIRBAG
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1996 TERCEL (RM440U)
SRS AIRBAG
PRECAUTION
NOTICE:
The TERCEL is equipped with an SRS, which comprises a driver airbag and front passenger
airbag. Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the SRS to
unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a serious accident. Further, if a mis-
take is made in servicing the SRS, it is possible the SRS may fail to operate when required. Be-
fore performing servicing (including removal or installation of parts, inspection or replace-
ment), be sure to read the following items carefully, then follow the correct procedure described
in the repair manual.
Malfunction symptoms of the SRS are difficult to confirm, so the DTCs become the most impor-
tant source of information when troubleshooting the SRS, always inspect the DTCs before dis-
connecting the battery.
Even in cases of a minor collision where the SRS does not deploy, the steering wheel pad, front
passenger airbag assembly and airbag sensor assembly should be inspected.
(See page RS-9, RS-22, RS-34)
Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new parts.
Never disassemble and repair the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly or air-
bag sensor assembly in order to reuse it.
If the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly or airbag sensor assembly has been
dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace
them with new ones.
Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 kW/V minimum) for troubleshooting the system's
electrical circuits.
Information labels are attached to the periphery of the SRS components. Follow the instruction
on the notices.
After work on the SRS is completed, check the SRS warning light. (See page DI-148)
If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precaution in the
IN section.
CAUTION:
Work must be started 90 seconds after 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 nega-
tive (-) terminal cable of the battery, the SRS may be deployed.)
When the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, the memory of the clock
and audio system will be canceled. So before starting work, make a record of the contents mem-
orized in 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.
Before repairs, remove the airbag sensor if shocks are likely to be applied to the sensor during
repairs.
Do not expose the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly or airbag sensor as-
sembly directly to hot air or flames.
