2004 Scion xA AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Seat Belt: Inspection

  1. INSPECT FRONT SEAT INNER BELT ASSY LH 
    1. Check the buckle switch.
      1. Fasten the seat belt (Buckle switch is ON).
      2. Check the resistance between the terminals.
        Fig 1: Checking Resistance Between Terminals
        G03382701Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        Standard: 

        SPECIFIED CONDITIONS

        Tester Connection Specified Condition
        A-1 - A-3 1,330 Ω
      3. Release the seat belt (Buckle switch is OFF).
      4. Check the resistance between the terminals.

        Standard: 

        SPECIFIED CONDITION

        Tester Connection Specified Condition
        A-1 - A-3 330 Ω

        If the result is not as specified, replace the inner belt assy.

  2. INSPECT FRONT SEAT INNER BELT ASSY RH 
    1. Check the buckle switch.
      1. Fasten the seat belt (Buckle switch is ON).
      2. Check the resistance between the terminals.
        Fig 2: Checking Resistance Between Terminals
        G03382702Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        Standard: 

        SPECIFIED CONDITION

        Tester Connection Specified Condition
        A-1 - A-3 Below 1Ω
      3. Release the seat belt (Buckle switch is OFF).
      4. Check the resistance between the terminals.

        Standard: 

        SPECIFIED CONDITION

        Tester Connection Specified Condition
        A-1 - A-3 10 kΩ or higher

        If the result is not as specified, replace the inner belt assy.

    2. Check the circuit for the airbag seat position sensor.
      Fig 3: Checking Circuit For Airbag Seat Positioning Sensor
      G03382703Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      1. Check the resistance between the terminals.

        Standard: 

        SPECIFIED CONDITION

        Tester Connection Specified Condition
        1 - 2 (Connector for airbag seat position sensor) Below 1Ω

        If the result is not as specified, replace the inner belt assy.

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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.