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RS0B6±09
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSRS AIRBAG
RS±1
3284 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
SRS AIRBAG
PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
The vehicle is equipped with SRS, which consists of a driver airbag, front passenger airbag,
side airbag and curtain shield airbag. Failure to carry out service operations in the correct se-
quence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a
serious accident. Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the SRS, it is possible that the SRS
may fail to operate when required. Before performing servicing (including removal or installa-
tion of parts, inspection or replacement), be sure to read the following items carefully, then fol-
low the correct procedures indicated in the repair manual.
Wait at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ºLOCKº position and the nega-
tive (±) 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
after disconnecting the negative (±) terminal cable of the battery, the SRS may be deployed.)
Do not expose the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, side airbag assembly,
curtain shield airbag assembly, airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensor, side airbag sen-
sor assembly, curtain shield airbag sensor assembly, seat position sensor assembly or occu-
pant classification ECU directly to hot air or flames.
Be sure to perform the initialization of the occupant classification ECU if any of the following
conditions occur (see page DI±1128). If the initialization is not performed, the SRS may not oper-
ate properly.
The occupant classification ECU is replaced.
Accessories (seatback tray, seat cover, etc.) are installed to the vehicle.
The passenger seat is removed from the vehicle, and then reinstalled or replaced.
The passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator light (ºOFFº) comes on when the passenger seat
is not occupied.
The vehicle is brought to the workshop for repair due to an accident or collision.
NOTICE:
Malfunction symptoms of the SRS are difficult to confirm, so DTCs are the most important
source of information when troubleshooting. When troubleshooting the SRS, always inspect
DTCs before disconnecting the battery.
Even in the case of a minor collision when the SRS does not deploy, the steering wheel pad,
front passenger airbag assembly, side airbag assembly, curtain shield airbag assembly, airbag
sensor assembly, front airbag sensor, side airbag sensor assembly, curtain shield airbag sen-
sor assembly, seat position sensor assembly and occupant classification ECU should be in-
spected. (see page RS±22, RS±35, RS±49, RS±64, RS±72, RS±83, RS±88, RS±93, RS±98,
RS±106 and RS±112).
Before repair work, remove the airbag sensor if any kind of shock is likely to occur to the airbag
sensor during the operation.
Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing the parts, replace them with new
ones.
Never disassemble or repair the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, side air-
bag assembly, curtain shield airbag assembly, airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensor,
side airbag sensor assembly, curtain shield airbag sensor assembly, seat position sensor as-
sembly or occupant classification ECU in order to reuse it.
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RS±2
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSRS AIRBAG
3285 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
If the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag assembly, side airbag assembly, curtain
shield airbag assembly, airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensor, side airbag sensor as-
sembly, curtain shield airbag sensor assembly, seat position sensor assembly or occupant
classification ECU has been dropped, or if there are any cracks, dents or other defects in the
case, bracket or connector, replace it with a new one.
Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 kW/V minimum) for troubleshooting the electrical
circuits.
Information labels are attached to the periphery of the SRS components. Follow the instruc-
tions in the caution.
After work on the SRS is completed, perform the SRS warning light check (see page DI±1137).
When the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, the memory will be
cleared. Because of this, be sure to make a record of the contents memorized in each system
before starting work. When work is finished, adjust each system as it was before. Never use
a back±up power supply from outside the vehicle to avoid erasing the memory in any system.
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RS116±01
H24695
H23918Spiral Cable
H16182
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSRS AIRBAG
RS±3
3286 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
OPERATION
CAUTION:
Be sure to perform the initialization of the occupant classi-
fication ECU if any of the following conditions occur (see
page DI±1128). If the initialization is not performed, the SRS
may not operate properly.
The occupant classification ECU is replaced.
Accessories (seatback tray, seat cover, etc.) are
installed to the vehicle.
The passenger seat is removed from the vehicle, and
then reinstalled or replaced.
The passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator light (ºOFFº)
comes on when the passenger seat is not occupied.
The vehicle is brought to the workshop for repair due
to an accident or collision.
1. STEERING WHEEL PAD
The inflator and bag of the SRS are stored in the steering wheel
pad and cannot be disassembled. The inflator contains a squib,
igniter charge, and gas generator, etc., and inflates the bag
when instructed by the airbag sensor assembly. The steering
wheel pad cannot be disassembled.
2. SPIRAL CABLE
A spiral cable is used as an electrical joint from the vehicle body
side to the steering wheel. The spiral cable cannot be disas-
sembled.
3. FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
The inflator and bag of the SRS are stored in the front passen-
ger airbag assembly and cannot be disassembled. The inflator
contains a squib, igniter charge, gas generator, etc., and in-
flates the bag when instructed by the airbag sensor assembly.
The front passenger airbag assembly cannot be disassembled.
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H23944
Side Airbag
Sensor Assembly RH (*1)
Airbag Sensor
AssemblyFront Seat Outer
Belt Assembly RH
Front Seat Airbag
Assembly RH (Squib) (*1) 14 13
Front Airbag Sensor
LH
Side Airbag
Sensor Assembly LH (*1)
Seat Position
Airbag SensorFront Seat Airbag
Assembly LH (Squib)
Curtain Shield Airbag
Assembly LH (Squib) (*1) Front Airbag Sensor
RHFront Passenger
Airbag Assembly (Squib)
Front Seat Outer
Belt Assembly LH (*1)
Spiral Cable
Curtain Shield Airbag
Assembly RH (Squib) (*1)
10 9
8 7
6 5
4 3
2 1
4 3
6 5
8 7
10 9
12 1116 15
18 17
18 17
20 1922 2132 31
30 29
28 27
26 25
34 33
36 35
28 27
30 29
32 3124 23 Occupant
Classification ECU
Curtain Shield Airbag
Sensor Assembly RH (*1)
Curtain Shield Airbag
Sensor Assembly LH (*1)Steering Wheel
Pad (Squib) RCSA OFF Switch (*1) RCSA OFF Switch
(Light) (*1)
(*1) w/ Side Airbag and Curtain Shield Airbag
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSRS AIRBAG
RS±7
3290 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
15. SRS CONNECTORS
HINT:
SRS connectors are located as shown in the following illustration.
No.Connector TypeApplication
(1)Terminal Twin±Lock MechanismConnectors 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 18, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28
(2)Activation Prevention MechanismConnectors 2, 4, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32
(3)Half Connection Prevention MechanismConnectors 6, 8, 10, 17, 21, 25, 27
(4)Connector Lock Mechanism (1)Connectors 23, 29, 31
(5)Connector Lock Mechanism (2)Connectors 2, 4
(6)Improper Connection Prevention Lock MechanismConnectors 1, 3
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H23907
(a)(b) Lock Button
(Yellow Part)Lock Button
(Yellow Part)
H23908
Lock Button
(Yellow Part)
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSRS AIRBAG
RS±11
3294 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
16. DISCONNECTION OF CONNECTORS FOR STEERING WHEEL PAD AND CURTAIN SHIELD AIR-
BAG ASSEMBLY
(a) Release the lock button (yellow part) of the connector using a screwdriver.
(b) Insert the screwdriver tip between the connector and the base, and then raise the connector.
17. CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS FOR STEERING WHEEL PAD AND CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG
ASSEMBLY
(a) Connect the connector.
(b) Push down securely on the lock button (yellow part) of the connector. (When locking, a click sound can
be heard.)
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RS0B8±15
H23200
Spiral Cable
Steering Column Cover Lower
Steering Wheel Pad
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf): Specified torque
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Cover Lower No. 2
Steering Wheel Cover Lower No. 3
8.8 (90, 78 in.´lbf)
8.8 (90, 78 in.´lbf)
Torx® Screw Torx® Screw RS±20
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSTEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE
3303 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE
COMPONENTS
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RS0B9±13
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSTEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE
RS±21
3304 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
REMOVAL
NOTICE:
If the wiring connector of the SRS is disconnected and the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC
position, DTCs will be recorded.
Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new
ones.
1. PRECAUTION (SEE PAGE RS±1 and RS±3)
2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent the airbag working.
3. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD (SEE PAGE SR±14)
4. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL (SEE PAGE SR±14)
5. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER LOWER (SEE PAGE SR±14)
6. REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE (SEE PAGE SR±14)
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H24695
RS117±01
H20642
H23201
Horn Button Contact Plate
H24696
RS±22
± SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMSTEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE
3305 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
INSPECTION
1. VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check (see page DI±1147).
(b) With the steering wheel pad installed on the vehicle, per-
form a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned
below, replace the steering wheel pad with a new one:
Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steer-
ing wheel pad top surface or in the grooved portion.
2. VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A COLLISION AND AIRBAG IS
NOT DEPLOYED
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check (see page DI±1147).
(b) With the steering wheel pad removed from the vehicle,
perform a visual check. If there are any defects as men-
tioned below, replace the steering wheel pad or steering
wheel assembly with a new one:
Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the
steering wheel pad top surface or in the grooved
portion.
Cracks or other damage to the connectors.
Deformation of the steering wheel assembly.
Deformation of the horn button contact plate of the horn
button assembly.
There should be no interference between the steering
wheel pad and steering wheel assembly, and the clear-
ance should be uniform all the way around when a new
steering wheel pad is installed on the steering wheel as-
sembly.
CAUTION:
For removal and installation procedures of the steering
wheel pad, see page RS±21 and RS±31. Be sure to follow
the correct procedure.