KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)

   
   

   1. Perform a diagnostic system check Click here.

   2. With the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag with a new one:

      Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag.

2. CHECK LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG HAS NOT DEPLOYED)

   
   

   1. Perform a diagnostic system check Click here.

   2. With the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag with a new one:

      
      

      • Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag.

      • Cracks or other damage to the connector.

      • Deformation or cracks in the instrument panel reinforcement.

      CAUTION:

      For removal and installation of the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag, be sure to follow the correct procedure.