Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System - Air Bag Restraint System: Identification
Vehicle is equipped with driver-side and passenger-side air bags and are identified by a letter "L" in fourth position of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN is located on top of instrument panel, near lower left corner of windshield. VIN is also stamped on Vehicle Certification (VC) label, mounted on left front door pillar.
The words Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) are embossed on steering wheel center hub and/or on instrument panel above glove box. A label denoting that vehicle is equipped with air bags is affixed to driver-side sun visor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.