Air Bag Control Module: Testing and Inspection

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

CAUTION:
Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the airbag ECU assembly.

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

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

2. INSPECT AIRBAG ECU 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 airbag ECU 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.

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

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

(a) Replace the airbag ECU assembly.

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