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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1997TERCEL 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONRESTRAINTSAIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURESBMWDISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEM
1997 Toyota Tercel 4D Sedan, Automatic
Disabling System
1997 Toyota Tercel 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Disabling System
- Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONSΒ . Retrieve fault codes before disconnecting battery. Ensure ignition is off. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable. Wait at least 10 MINUTES for energy capacitor in SRS control unit to discharge.
- To disable driver-side air bag, remove steering column lower casing cover. See Figure. Remove Orange SRS connector from its holder on steering column and disconnect connector. To disable passenger-side air bag, remove glove box. Disconnect both Orange SRS connectors from passenger-side air bag module.
- If vehicle is equipped with belt tensioners disconnect belt tensioner Orange connector. If vehicle is equipped side air bags, remove door panel and disconnect side air bag Orange connector. System is now disabled.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.