Vehicle Damage Warnings

Cautions

1. Never repair or disassemble a front impact sensor. If faulty, replace it.

2. Handle the front impact sensors very carefully, taking care not to drop them or otherwise subject them to impact. If a sensor is seen to be dented, cracked, deformed or rusted, replace it with a new one

3. Replace sensors with new ones after the air bags have deployed.

If the SRS components are to be removed or replaced as a result of maintenance, troubleshooting, etc, follow each procedure. Impact Sensor

Cautions

1. SRS components should not be subjected to heat over 93°C (200°F), so remove the front impact sensors, SRS diagnosis unit, air bag modules and clock spring before drying or baking the vehicle after painting. Recheck SRS system operability after re-installing them.

2. If the SRS components are removed for the purpose of inspection, sheet metal repair, painting, etc., they should be stored in a clean, dry place until they are reinstalled.