Air Bag Control Module: Testing and Inspection

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION:
Be sure to follow the correct removal and installation procedures of the center airbag sensor assembly.

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

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check DTC Check / Clear.

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

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check DTC Check / Clear.

(b) Visually check for defects with the center airbag sensor assembly installed on the vehicle.

(1) 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

* Peeling of the label

OK:

No defects are found.

HINT
If any of the defects is found, replace the center airbag sensor assembly with a new one.

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

(a) Replace the center airbag sensor assembly.

HINT
The center airbag sensor assembly should be replaced after any of the airbags has deployed, as it has been subjected to an impact.