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Post-Collision Diagnosis




POST-COLLISION DIAGNOSIS

To inspect and service the SRS after a collision
(whether or not the air bags have deployed), perform the following steps.

SRS-ECU MEMORY CHECK

Required Special Tool:

- MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: V.C.I.
- MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
- MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A






1.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"
(OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.

Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector (16-pin).
2. Read (and write down) all displayed diagnostic trouble codes (Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)).
NOTE:
If the battery power supply has been disconnected or disrupted by the collision, scan tool MB991958 cannot communicate with the SRS-ECU. Check the battery, then check and, if necessary, repair the front wiring harness and the instrument panel wiring harness before proceeding.

3. Read the data list (fault duration and how many times memories are erased), using scan tool MB991958.

Data list







4. Erase the diagnostic trouble codes, and then turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK"
(OFF) position.
5. Wait for at least one second, and then turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position again.
6. After waiting 15 seconds or more, note all displayed diagnostic trouble codes (Refer to Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes).

REPAIR PROCEDURE

WHEN FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOY IN A COLLISION.

1. Replace the following parts with new ones:

- SRS-ECU (Refer to Service and Repair ).
- Air bag modules (Refer to Service and Repair ).
- Seat belt with pre-tensioner (Refer to Seat Belts with Pre-Tensioner ).
- Slide adjuster (Occupant classification-ECU, occupant classification sensor)[ Passenger's side] Front Seat Assembly Removal and Installation ).
- Front impact sensors (Refer to Removal and Installation ).

2. Check the following parts and replace if there are any malfunctions:

- Clock spring (Refer to Service and Repair ).
- Seat slide sensor (Refer to Service and Repair ).
- Seat belt switch Front Seat Assembly Removal and Installation ).
- Steering wheel, steering column shaft assembly
(1) Check the wiring harness (built into the steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformation.
(2) Install the air bag module to check fit and alignment with the steering wheel.
(3) Check the steering wheel for noise, binding or difficult operation and excessive free play.
(4) Check the steering column shaft shock absorbing mechanism Procedures).

3. Check the wiring harnesses for binding, the connectors for damage, poor connections, and the terminals for deformation (Refer to Service Precautions).

WHEN SIDE AND CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOY IN A COLLISION.

1. Replace the following parts with new ones:

- SRS-ECU (Refer to Service and Repair ).
- Side impact sensors (Refer to Removal and Installation ).
- Front seatback assembly Front Seat Assembly Disassembly and Assembly ).
- Curtain air bag modules (Refer to Removal and Installation ).
- Slide adjuster (Occupant classification-ECU, occupant classification sensor)[ Passenger's side] Front Seat Assembly Removal and Installation ).

2. Check the wiring harnesses for binding, the connectors for damage, poor connections, and the terminals for deformation (Refer to Service Precautions).

WHEN AIR BAGS DO NOT DEPLOY IN LOW-SPEED COLLISION.

Check the SRS components. If the SRS components are showing any visible damage such as dents, cracks, or deformation, replace them with new ones. Concerning parts removed for inspection, replacement with new parts and cautionary points for working, refer to appropriate INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT SERVICE Individual Component Service.

FRONT IMPACT SENSOR





1. Check the radiator support panel for distortion and rust.
2. Check the front impact sensor for dents, cracks, deformation or rust.
3. Check the front impact sensor wiring harness for binding, check the connector for damage, and check the terminals for deformation.

SRS-ECU





1. Check the SRS-ECU case for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check the connector for damage, and the terminals for deformation.
3. Check the installation of the SRS-ECU.

AIR BAG MODULES





1. Check the pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check the connector for damage, terminal deformities, and the harness for binding.
3. Check the air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
4. Install the air bag module (driver's side) to the steering wheel to check installation or alignment with the steering wheel.
5. Install the air bag module (front passenger's side) to the instrument panel and front deck crossmember to check installation or alignment.

FRONT SEATBACK ASSEMBLY (SIDE-AIRBAG MODULE)





1. Check the side-airbag module deployment section for dents or deformation.
2. Check that there is no connector damage, bent terminals or harness crimping.

CLOCK SPRING





1. Check the clock spring connectors and protective tube for damage, and the terminals for deformation.
2. Visually check the case for damage.

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR









1. Check that there is no bending or corrosion in the center pillar.
2. Check that there is no denting, breakage or bending of the side impact sensor.
3. Check that there is no harness crimping, connector damage or bent terminals.
NOTE:
The illustration shows the side impact sensor (RH). The position of the side impact sensor
(LH) is symmetrical to this.

CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE





1. Check that the curtain air bag deployment part of the headlining is normal.
2. Check the inflator surface for cracks, dents or deformations.
3. Check the air bag for breakage.
4. Check the connector for damage, the terminal for deformation and the harness for binding.

SEAT SLIDE SENSOR





1. Check that there is no connector damage, bent terminals or harness crimping.
2. Check the installation of the seat slide sensor.

OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SENSOR





1. Check the occupant classification-ECU case and occupant classification sensor for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check the connector for damage, and the terminals for deformation.
3. Check the installation of the occupant classification-ECU and occupant classification sensor.

STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY

1. Check the wiring harness (built into the steering wheel) and the connectors for damage, and the terminals for deformation.

2. Install the air bag module to check fit or alignment with the steering wheel.

3. Check the steering wheel for noise, binding or difficult operation and excessive free play.

4. Check the steering column shaft shock absorbing mechanism Procedures).

SEAT BELT WITH PRE-TENSIONER

1. Check the seat belt for damage or deformation.

2. Check the seat belt with pre-tensioner for cracks or deformation.

3. Check that the unit is installed correctly to the vehicle body.

HARNESS CONNECTOR (FRONT WIRING HARNESS, INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRING HARNESS, AND FLOOR WIRING HARNESS)

Check the harnesses for binding, the connectors for damage, poor connection, and the terminals for deformation (Refer to Service Precautions).
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