2008 NISSAN TIIDA steering

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Driver Air Bag Module
INFOID:0000000001703908
The driver air bag module is dual stage and located in the steering
wheel assembly. It operates with the SRS system in a frontal colli-
sion exceeding a specified level.
Front Passenger Air Bag ModuleINFOID:0000000001703909
The front passenger air bag module is located behind the instrument
panel assembly (mounted to the steering member). It operates with
the SRS system in a frontal collision exceeding a specified level.
Refer to SRS-5, "
Occupant Classification System (OCS)" for more
information.
Front Side Air BagINFOID:0000000001703910
Front side air bag modules are built into the front seatback assem-
blies. Vehicles with side air bags are equipped with labels as shown.
Side Curtain Air BagINFOID:0000000001703911
Side curtain air bag modules are located above the vehicle headlin-
ing and run from the front to the rear of the vehicle. Vehicles with
side curtain air bags are equipped with labels as shown.
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703926
REMOVAL
WARNING:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, discon-
nect both battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect
SRS component connectors. If a driver air bag direct-connect
harness connector is damaged, the spiral cable must be
replaced.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air
bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding
90°C (194°F).
• Replace the air bag module if it has been dropped or sus-
tained an impact.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the
air bag module.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the covers RH/LH.
3. Place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
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1. Driver air bag module 2. Steering wheel 3. Cover
Pawl
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
4. Release the driver air bag module retaining clips RH/LH.
• Insert suitable 4mm - 6mm blunt tool (A) through LH access
hole on back side of steering wheel (1) and contact retaining
clip.
CAUTION:
Do not use sharp edged objects such as screwdrivers to
release driver air bag module from steering wheel, SRS
components may be unintentionally damaged.
• Press tool inward with sufficient force on retaining clip (1) to
release LH pawl of driver air bag module from steering wheel.
• Repeat for RH pawl of driver air bag module from steering
wheel.
• Tilt top edge away from steering wheel, then lift upward releas-
ing lower pawl of driver air bag module from steering wheel.
5. Disconnect driver air bag module connectors (1) and horn con-
nector (2).
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors,
refer to SRS-6, "
Direct-connect SRS Component Connectors".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-6, "
Direct-connect SRS Compo-
nent Connectors".
• If driver air bag module is being replaced due to deployment, spiral cable must also be replaced. Refer to
SRS-36
.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
18, "SRS Operation Check".
CAUTION:
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SPIRAL CABLE
SPIRAL CABLE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703927
REMOVAL
WARNING:
When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
• Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.
• Do not disassemble the spiral cable.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the spiral cable.
• Replace the spiral cable if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
• With the steering linkage disconnected, the spiral cable may snap by turning the steering wheel
beyond the limited number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about 2.5 turns
from the neutral position.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Set the front wheels to the straight-ahead/neutral position.
3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to PS-6
.
4. Remove the column cover upper and lower.
5. Disconnect wiper and washer switch connector (1). Then while
pressing tabs (2), pull wiper and washer switch away from spiral
cable to remove.
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1. Nut, refer to PS-62. Steering wheel 3. Lighting and turn signal switch
4. Spiral cable 5. Driver air bag module connectors 6. Wiper and washer switch
7. Column cover lower 8. Steering lock escutcheon 9. Steering column assembly
10. Column cover upper Pawl
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SPIRAL CABLE
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6. Disconnect lighting and turn signal switch connector (1). Then
while pressing tabs (2), pull lighting and turn signal switch
toward driver door to remove.
7. Remove the screws, then release the tab at the top and pull the
spiral cable away from the steering column assembly.
8. Disconnect spiral cable connectors.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel, refer to
PS-6
. Make sure spiral cable alignment and centering marks (B)
are matched and in the neutral position. The neutral position is
detected by turning left 2.6 revolutions from the right end position,
ending with the locating pin (A) at the top. Place steering wheel in
straight ahead position, then install it with the locating pin hole (C)
directly over spiral cable locating pin.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure
no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-18, "
SRS Operation
Check".
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FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001703928
REMOVAL
WARNING:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place front passenger air bag module with pad side facing upward.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not expose the front passenger air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
• Replace the front passenger air bag module if it has been
dropped or sustained an impact.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the
front passenger air bag module.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the side ventilator assembly (right). Refer to IP-10
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3. Disconnect front passenger air bag module connector (1) and
remove the upper instrument panel assembly bolts (2).
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4. Remove the front passenger air bag module bolts (3) from the
steering member.
5. Release the pawls and remove the front passenger air bag mod-
ule (1) from the upper instrument panel assembly (2).
INSALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
18, "SRS Operation Check".
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
For Frontal CollisionINFOID:0000000001703936
Check the SRS components using the following table.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
18, "SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag
has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the driver air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for dam-
age, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment
with the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install driver air bag modules with new fasteners.
Front passenger air
bag moduleIf the front passenger
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the front passenger air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors
for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with
the instrument panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fas-
teners.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air
bags or seat belt pre-
tensioners* have
been activated:
REPLACE the crash
zone sensor and
bracket with new fas-
teners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
III only.If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, termi-
nals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone
sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tension-
er assemblies
(All applicable loca-
tions: buckle, reel, lap
outer)If either the driver or
passenger seat belt
pre-tensioner* has
been activated:
REPLACE all seat
belt pre-tensioner as-
semblies with new
fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
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III only.If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and
harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner
assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS com-
ponents have been
activated:
REPLACE the diag-
nosis sensor unit.
Install with new fas-
teners.If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.

COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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For Side and Rollover CollisionINFOID:0000000001703937
Check the SRS components using the following table.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
18, "SRS Operation Check".
WHEN SRS IS ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Replace the following components:
- Front seat back assembly (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
- Diagnosis sensor unit
- (LH or RH) side air bag (satellite) sensor (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
2. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
- Replace any SRS components and the related parts showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks,
deformation).
3. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-18, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
WHEN SRS IS NOT ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
- If the front seat back assembly is damaged, the front seat back assembly must be replaced.
2. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-18, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
SRS INSPECTION (FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION)
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air
bag has deployed:
REPLACE the spiral
cable.If the driver front air bag has not deployed:
1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall.
5. If damaged—REPLACE.
Occupant classifica-
tion system (Passen-
ger seat)1. Remove passenger seat.
2. Check control unit case for dents, cracks of deformities.
3. Check connectors and pressure sensor tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
4. Check seat frame and cushion pan for dents or deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat with new fasteners.
6. If damaged — REPLACE seat cushion assembly with new fasteners.
Harness and connec-
tors1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any SRS har-
ness.
Instrument panel If the passenger front
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the instru-
ment panel assembly.If the passenger front air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Visually check instrument panel for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the instrument panel. Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated