System Inspection of Maintenance Items

Maintenance Items





1. Check "AIR BAG" and "Seat belt" warning lamps.
(1) Fasten the seat belt.
(2) Ignition key is in the "ON" or "START" position.
(3) The "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT" warning lamps will illuminate for about 7 seconds and then turn off.
This means that the systems are operational.
When a warning lamp flashes, check and correct cause of the problem.
2. Visually check SRS components
(1) Sensors
- Check sensors to ensure the arrow marks face the front of the vehicle.
- Check body and sensor brackets for deformities or rust.
- Check sensor case for dents, cracks, deformities or rust.
- Check sensor harness for binds, connector for damage, and terminals for deformities.
(2) Diagnosis unit - Airbag
- Check case and bracket for dents, cracks or deformities.
- Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
(3) Main harness
- Check connectors for poor connections.
- Check harnesses for binds, connectors for damage, and terminals deformities.
(4) Spiral cable
- Visually check lock (engagement) pins and combination switch for damage.
- Check connectors, flat cable and protective tape for damage.
- Check steering wheel for noise, binds or difficult operation.
(5) Steering wheel
- Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
- Install air bag module to check fit or alignment with steering wheel.
- Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
(6) Air bag module - Driver and passenger side
- Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binds
- Install air bag module to steering wheel to check fit or alignment with the wheel.

CAUTION:
Replace previously used screws with new ones.