Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision: Service and Repair

Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision

NOTICE:
When disconnecting the negative (-) battery cable, initialize the following systems after the cable is reconnected.





1. INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT

(a) Perform the zero point calibration and sensitivity check if any of the following conditions occur.

* The occupant classification ECU is replaced.

* Accessories (seatback tray and seat cover, etc.) are installed.

* The front passenger seat is removed from the vehicle.

* The passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator ("OFF") comes on when the front passenger seat is not occupied.

* The vehicle is brought to the workshop for repair due to an accident or a collision.

NOTICE:
When an accident vehicle is brought into the workshop for repair, check the flatness of the body side that is equipped with the passenger seat. If the flatness is not within +- 3.0 mm (0.118 in.), adjust it to the specified range.

2. INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT

(a) When the airbag has not deployed, confirm the DTC by checking the SRS warning light. If there is any malfunction in the SRS airbag system, perform troubleshooting.

(b) When any of the airbags have deployed due to the collision, be sure to replace all sensors in the damaged areas and center airbag sensor assembly.