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RS07G±01
AB0152
SST
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMFRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
RS±31
2262 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
DISPOSAL
HINT:
When scrapping vehicles equipped with an SRS or disposing
of a front passenger airbag assembly, 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 the TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A.,
INC.. When disposing of a front passenger airbag assembly
with an airbag deployed in a collision, follow the same proce-
dure given in step 1±(g) in ºDISPOSALº.
CAUTION:
Never dispose of front passenger airbag assembly
which has an undeployed airbag.
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.
When deploying the airbag, always use the specified
SST (SRS Airbag Deployment Tool). Perform the op-
eration in place away from electrical noise.
SST 09082±00700, 09082±00760
When deploying an airbag, perform the operation at
least 10 m (33 ft) away from the front passenger air-
bag assembly.
The front passenger airbag is very hot when the air-
bag is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 min-
utes after deployment.
Use gloves and safety glasses when handling the
front passenger airbag assembly with the deployed
airbag.
Always wash your hands with water after completing
the operation.
Do not apply water etc. to the front passenger airbag
assembly with the deployed airbag.
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AB0163
Wire Harness
Diameter
Stripped Wire Harness Section
H02596
AB0158
SSTBattery RS±34
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMFRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
2265 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
(b) Fix the front passenger airbag assembly.
(1) Use a service±purpose wire harness tie down the
front passenger airbag assembly.
Wire harness: Stripped wire harness section
1.25 mm
2
or more (0.0019 in2 or more)
HINT:
To calculate the square of the stripped wire harness section:
Square = 3.14 x (Diameter)
2
divided by 4
CAUTION:
If a wire harness which is too thin or some other thing is
used to tie down the front passenger airbag assembly it
may be snapped by the shock when the airbag is deployed.
This is highly dangerous. Always use a wire harness for ve-
hicle use which is at least 1.25 mm
2 (0.0019 in2).
(2) Wind the wire harness around the mount brackets.
(3) Position the front passenger airbag assembly in-
side the tire with the airbag deployment side facing
inside.
Tire size: Must exceed the following dimensions±
Width 185 mm (7.28 in.)
Inner diameter 360 mm (14.17 in.)
CAUTION:
Make sure the wire harness is tight. It is very danger-
ous when a loose wire harness results in the front
passenger airbag assembly coming free due to the
shock from the airbag deploying.
Always tie down the front passenger airbag assembly
with the airbag deployment side facing inside.
NOTICE:
The tire will be marked by the airbag deployment, so use
the spare tire.
(c) Check functioning of SST.
(See page RS±17)
SST 09082±00700, 09082±00760
(d) Install the SST.
Connect the SST connector to the front passenger airbag
assembly connector.
SST 09082±00700, 09082±00760
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the SST connector and wire harness,
do not lock the secondary lock of the twin lock.
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RS0JD±01
AB0152
SST
AB0158
Battery
SST
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
RS±43
2274 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
DISPOSAL
HINT:
When scrapping vehicles equipped with an SRS or disposing
of the side airbag assembly always first deploy the airbag in ac-
cordance with the procedure described below. If any abnormal-
ity occurs with the airbag deployment, contact the SERVICE
DEPT. of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.
CAUTION:
Never dispose of a side airbag assembly which has
an undeployed airbag.
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.
When deploying the airbag, always use the specified
SST (SRS Airbag Deployment Tool), perform the op-
eration in a place away from electrical noise.
SST 09082±00700
When deploying an airbag, perform the operation at
least 10 m (33 ft) away from the airbag assembly.
The side airbag assembly is very hot when the airbag
is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes
after deployment.
Use gloves and safety glasses when handling side
airbag assembly with the deployed airbag.
Always wash your hands with water after completing
the operation.
Do not apply water, etc. to a side airbag assembly with
the deployed airbag.
1. AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WHEN SCRAPPING VE-
HICLE
HINT:
Have a battery ready as the power source to deploy the airbag.
(a) Check functioning of the SST
(See step 1±(a) on page RS±17).
SST 09082±00700
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AB0163
Wire Harness
Diameter
Stripped Wire Harness Section
H00549
H00548
H02607
RS±46
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
2277 Author: Date:
2000 LEXUS GS300/GS400 (RM718U)
(c) Using a service±purpose wire harness, tie down the side
airbag assembly to the tire.
Wire harness: Stripped wire harness section
1.25 mm
2
or more (0.0019 in2. or more)
CAUTION:
If a wire harness which is too thin or some other thing is
used to tie down the side airbag assembly, it may be
snapped by the shock when the airbag is deployed. This is
highly dangerous. Always use a wire harness for vehicle
use which is at least 1.25 mm
2 (0.0019 in2.).
HINT:
To calculate the square of the stripped wire harness section±
Square = 3.14 x (Diameter)
2 divided by 4
(1) Install the 2 nuts to the side airbag assembly.
(2) Wind the wire harness around the stud bolts of the
side airbag assembly as shown in the illustration.
(3) Position the side airbag assembly inside the tire
with the airbag deployment direction facing inside.
Tire size: Must exceed the following dimensions±
Width: 185 mm (7.28 in.)
Inner diameter: 360 mm (14.17 in.)
CAUTION:
Make sure the wire harness is tight. It is very danger-
ous when a loose wire harness results in the side air-
bag assembly coming free due to the shock from the
airbag deploying.