Instr Panel Pass L/Door Airbag Assembly

CAUTION: Be sure to perform the initialization of the occupant classification ECU under the conditions listed below.If the initialization is not performed, the SRS may not operate properly.

- The occupant classification ECU is replaced.
- Accessories (seatback tray or seat cover, etc.) are installed to the vehicle.
- The passenger seat is removed from the vehicle.
- The SRS warning light comes on.
- The vehicle is brought to the work shop for repair purpose due to the accident or collision.




VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the instr pnl pass l/door airbag assembly installed in the vehicle: Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the instrument panel around the instr pnl pass l/door airbag assembly.




VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the instr pnl pass l/door airbag assembly removed from the vehicle:
- Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the instr pnl pass l/door airbag assembly.
- Cuts and cracks in wire harness, and chipping in connectors.
- Deformation or cracks on the instrument panel and instrument panel reinforcement.






HINT: If the instrument panel or instrument panel reinforcement is deformed or cracked, never repair it.Always replace it with a new one.

CAUTION: For removal and installation procedures of the instr pnl pass l/door airbag assembly, see "Replacement", and be sure to follow the correct procedure.