KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY(for Driver Side) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)


    1. Perform a diagnostic system check.

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    2. Visually check for defects with the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly installed on the vehicle.

      Tech Tips

      The defects are as follows:


      • Cuts

      • Small cracks

      • Significant discoloration

      OK
      No defects are found.

      If any defects are found, replace the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly with a new one.

  2. INSPECT LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)


    1. Perform a diagnostic system check.

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    2. Visually check for defects with the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly removed from the vehicle.

      Tech Tips

      The defects are as follows:


      • Cuts

      • Small cracks

      • Significant discoloration

      • Cracks or other damage to the connector

      • Deformation or cracks on the lower instrument panel mounting bracket or instrument panel reinforcement assembly

      OK
      No defects are found.

      If any defects are found, replace the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly, lower instrument panel mounting bracket or instrument panel reinforcement assembly with a new one.