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.
Individual Component Service
- If heat damage may occur during paint work, remove the SRS-ECU, the air bag modules, the clock spring, the front seats and the seat belt with pre-tensioner. Recheck the SRS system operability after reinstalling them.
- SRS-ECU, air bag module, clock spring, front impact sensor, side impact sensor: 93°C (200°F) or more
- Seat belt with pre-tensioner: 90°C (194°F) or more
- If the SRS components are removed for the purpose of check, sheet metal repair, painting, etc, they should be stored in a clean, dry place until they are reinstalled.
If the SRS components are to be removed or replaced as a result of maintenance, diagnosis, etc., follow the appropriate procedure (Front impact sensor: refer to FRONT IMPACT SENSORS , SRS-ECU: refer to SRS CONTROL UNIT (SRS-ECU) , Air Bag Modules and Clock Spring: refer to AIR BAG MODULES AND CLOCK SPRING , Side impact sensor: refer to SIDE IMPACT SENSOR , Seat Belt with Pre-tensioner: refer to SEAT BELTS WITH PRE-TENSIONER ).
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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.