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Impact Sensor: Testing and Inspection

Inspection and Replacement Standards

STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
1. INSPECTION STANDARD
- A vehicle damaged in a collision (regardless of whether or not airbag is deployed).





2. REPLACEMENT STANDARD
- Check to ensure that clearance of expand plate on steering column under side is within specifications.

Clearance of expand plate: L More than 15 mm (0.59 in)