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Repair Procedures





Component Replacement After Deployment

NOTE:
Before doing any SRS repairs, use the GDS Pro to check for DTCs. Refer to the Diagnostic Trouble Code list for repairing of the related DTCs. Check and repair all DTC's before replacing a faulty or one whose airbag system has been deployed SRSCM.

When the front airbag(s) deployed after a collision, replace the following items. Make sure all DTC's are repaired before replacing with new SRSCM.
- SRSCM
- Deployed airbag(s)
- Seat belt pretensioner(s)
- Anchor pretensioner(s)
- Front impact sensors
- SRS wiring harnesses
- Inspect the clock spring for heat damage.
If any damage found, replace the clock spring.

When the side/curtain airbag(s) deployed after a collision, replace the following items.
- SRSCM
- Deployed airbag(s)
- Side impact sensor(s) for the deployed side(s)
- SRS wiring harnesses

After the vehicle is completely repaired, confirm the SRS airbag system is OK.
- Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator should come on for about six seconds and then go off.