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Collision / Non-Collision Inspections

INSPECTION




1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION
Do a diagnostic system check.*




2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN COLLISION
a. Do a diagnostic system check.*

b. If the front tender of the car or its periphery is damaged, do a visual check for damage to the front airbag sensor, which includes the following items even if the airbag was not deployed:
- Check the bracket deformation.
- Check the paint peeling off the bracket.
- Check the cracks, dents or chips in the case.
- Check the cracks, dents, chipping and scratches in the connector
- Check the peeling off of the label or damage to the serial number.

* Refer to SRS Warning Light Check, and How to Display and Read Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview