FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the front airbag sensors.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)


    1. Perform a diagnostic system check.

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  2. INSPECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)


    1. Perform a diagnostic system check.

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    2. Visually check the front airbag sensors for defects if the front bumper of the vehicle or the area around the bumper is damaged.

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      The defects are as follows:


      • Cracks on the sensor housing

      • Dents on the sensor housing

      • Chips on the sensor housing

      • Cracks or other damage to the connector

      • Damage to the serial number

      OK
      No defects are found.

      If any defects are found, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.

  3. INSPECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag is Deployed)


    1. When airbags have deployed as the result of a collision, be sure to replace all front airbag sensors in the damaged areas (anywhere in need of repair).

    2. Visually check the front airbag sensors in undamaged areas for defects.

      Tech Tips

      The defects are as follows:


      • Cracks on the sensor housing

      • Dents on the sensor housing

      • Chips on the sensor housing

      • Cracks or other damage to the connector

      • Damage to the serial number

      OK
      No defects are found.

      If any defects are found or a front airbag sensor has detected a major collision, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.