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.
Airbag System: Precaution: Precaution
HINT:
- In the airbag system, the center airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors LH and RH, side airbag sensors LH and RH, and rear airbag sensors LH and RH are collectively referred to as the airbag sensors.
The steering pad, front passenger airbag assembly, front seat side airbag assembly, curtain shield airbag assembly, center airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensor, side airbag sensor, rear airbag sensor, seat position airbag sensor, front seat inner belt assembly, front seat outer belt assembly or occupant classification ECU are collectively referred to as the SRS parts.
- The vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). It consists of a driver airbag, front passenger airbag, center airbag sensor, front seat side airbags, curtain shield airbags, front seat belt pretensioners, seat position airbag sensor, seat belt buckle switch, front airbag sensors, side airbag sensors, rear airbag sensors or occupant classification ECU. Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a serious accident. Further, if a mistake is made when servicing the SRS, it is possible that the SRS may fail to operate when required. Before performing servicing (including removal or installation of parts, inspection or replacement), be sure to read the following items carefully, then follow the procedures exactly as indicated in the service information.
- Wait at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned off and the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal before starting the operation.
(The SRS is equipped with a backup power source, so if work is started within 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, the SRS components may be deployed.)
- Do not expose any of the SRS parts directly to hot air or flames.
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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.
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