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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR
DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005396914
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 terminals, then wait at least three 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 object s (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. Place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
2. Disconnect the negative and positive battery termi nals, then wait at least three minutes.
3. Remove the covers RH/LH.
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1. Driver air bag module 2. Steering wheel 3. Cover
Pawl
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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 terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.
• Do not disassemble the spiral cable.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to co me in contact with the spiral cable.
• Replace the spiral cable if it has b een dropped or sustained an impact.
• With the steering linkage disconn ected, 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. Set the front wheels to the straight-ahead/neutral position.
2. Disconnect the negative and positive battery term inals, then wait at least three minutes.
3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to PS-6
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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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FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULESRS-39
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005396916
REMOVAL
WARNING:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place front passenger air bag modu le with pad side facing upward.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing SRS, turn the ig nition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three 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 term inals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the side ventilator assembly (right). Refer to IP-11
.
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).
INSTALLATION
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-
19, "SRS Operation Check".
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SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
ComponentINFOID:0000000005396917
Hatchback ModelsSedan Models
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005396918
REMOVAL
WARNING:
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1. Side curtain air bag module 2. Inflator 3. Ground bolt
Vehicle front
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1. Side curtain air bag module 2. Inflator 3. Side air bag module connector
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SIDE AIR BAG (S ATELLITE) SENSOR
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005396920
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Do not reuse center pillar upper garnish if removed.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not disassemble the side air bag (satellite) sensor.
• Do not use old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.
• Replace the side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
• Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust . If it shows any visible signs
of damage, replace it with a new one.
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery te rminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the body side welt, kicking plate, and center pillar lower garnish. Refer to EI-39, "
Component".
3. Remove the nuts (1) and remove side air bag (satellite) sensor (2).
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4. Disconnect the side air bag (satellite) sensor harness connector (3).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
19, "SRS Operation Check".
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005396922
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Before disconnecting diagnosis sensor unit harness connector(s), be sure to disconnect harness con-
nectors from air bag modules and front seat belt pre-tensioner to prevent deployment by static elec-
tricity.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn th e ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not disassemble diagnosis sensor unit.
• Do not use old bolts; replace with new bolts.
• Replace the diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
• Check diagnosis sensor unit bracket to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of da mage, replace with new one.
• The diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark " ⇐" pointing toward the
front of the vehicle for proper operation.
• When replacing the air bag diagno sis sensor unit, always check with the parts department for he lat-
est parts information. Installing an incorrect air bag diagnosis sensor unit may or may not cause the
air bag warning lamp to illuminate and may cause incorrect deployment of the supplemental air bags
and seat belt pre-tensioner in a collision r esulting in serious personal injury or death.
1. Always check the air bag diagnosis sensor unit E CU discriminated number (identification number) using
CONSULT-III.
2. Disconnect the negative and positive battery term inals, then wait at least three minutes.
3. Disconnect the harness connectors for the following SRS components: Refer to SRS-40, "
Removal and
Installation" (Side curtain air bag module), SRS-44, "Removal and Installation" (Front seat belt pre-ten-
sioner), SE-12, "
Passenger Seat" (Side air bag module).
4. Remove center console assembly. Refer to IP-11, "
Component Parts".
5. Disconnect diagnosis sensor unit connectors.
6. Remove the bolts and the ground bolt, then remove the diagnosis sensor unit.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• The diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark " ⇐" pointing toward the front of the
vehicle.
• Follow the tightening sequence 1,2,3,4 as shown.
1. Diagnosis sensor unit connectors 2. Ground Bolt 3. Bolt
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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FOR FRONTAL COLLISION: When SRS is activated in a collision
CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensure that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Replace the diagnosis sensor unit.
3. Remove the front air bag modules, crash zone sens or assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner
assemblies.
4. Check the SRS components using the table below: Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage. (dents, cracks and deformation, etc.)
5. Install new front air bag modules, crash zone sens or assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner
assemblies.
6. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRS-18, "
Self-Diagnosis
Function (Without CONSULT-III)" for details.
Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
7. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-19, "
SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part Inspection
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fasteners.
Front passenger air bag module
(if equipped) If the front passenger air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fasteners.
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 fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT-III only.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem-
blies
(All applicable locations: buckle,
retractor, lap outer) If either the driver or passenger seat belt pre-tensioner* has been activated:
REPLACE all seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies with new fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT-III only.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS components have been activated:
REPLACE the diagnosis sensor unit.
Install with new fasteners.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for de- formities.
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.
Occupant classification system
(Passenger seat) 1. Remove passenger seat assembly.
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.
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FOR FRONTAL COLLISION: When SRS is not activated in a collision
CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensur e that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Check the SRS components using the table below: Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage. (dents, cracks and deformation, etc.)
3. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRS-18, "
Self-Diagnosis
Function (Without CONSULT-III)" for details.
Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
4. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-19, "
SRS Operation Check".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Harness and connectors 1. 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 harness.
Instrument panel assembly If the passenger front air bag has deployed: REPLACE the instrument panel assembly. (integrated type)
Part
Inspection
Part Inspection
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, 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 module
(if equipped) 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 fasteners.
Crash zone sensor 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, terminals for defor- mities, 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-tensioner assem-
blies
(All applicable locations: buckle,
retractor, lap outer) 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.
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