SERVICE : Precautions
- Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Information.
- Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect battery negative terminal, and wait at least 3 minutes or more.
For approximately 3 minutes after the battery negative terminal is removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until 3 minutes or more elapse.
- Diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with their arrow marks "<=" pointing towards the front of the vehicle for normal operation. Also check diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities, or rust before installation and replace if necessary.
- The spiral cable must be aligned in the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not turn steering wheel and column after removal of steering gear.
- Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad side facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
- Perform self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for normal function after replacing any components.
- After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly must be replaced if damaged.
- Always replace instrument panel pad following front passenger air bag deployment.