Supplemental restraint system

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

RS-1

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe TOYOTA TERCEL is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System), whichcomprises a driver airbag. Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequencecould cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to a seriousaccident. Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the supplemental restraint system, it ispossible the SRS may fail to operate when required. Before performing servicing (includingremoval or installation of parts, inspection or replacement), be sure to read the followingitems carefully, then follow the correct procedure described in the repair manual.1. Malfunction symptoms of the supplemental restraint system are difficult to confirm, so thediagnostic trouble codes become the most important source of information when troubleshoot-ing. When troubleshooting the supplemental restraint system, always inspect the diagnostictrouble codes before disconnecting the battery.(See page RS-42 )2. Work must be started after 90 seconds from the time the ignition switch is turned to the“LOCK” position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.(The supplemental restraint system is equipped with a back-up power source so that if workis started within 90 seconds of disconnecting the negative (-) terminal cable of the battery,the SRS may be deployed.)When the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, memory of the clock andaudio systems will be canceled. So before starting work, make a record of the contentsmemorized by the audio memory system. When work is finished, reset the audio systems asbefore and adjust the clock. To avoid erasing the memory of each memory system, never use aback-up power supply from outside the vehicle.3. Even in cases of a minor collision where the SRS does not deploy, the steering wheel pad, frontairbag sensors and center airbag sensor assembly should be inspected.(See pages RS-14 , RS-26 , and RS-29 )4. Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new parts.5. Before repairs, remove the airbag sensors if shocks are likely to be applied to the sensors duringrepairs.6. Never disassemble and repair the steering wheel pad, front airbag sensors or center airbag sensorassembly in order to reuse it.7. If the steering wheel pad, front airbag sensors or center airbag sensor assembly have beendropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replacethem with new ones.8. Do not expose the steering wheel pad, front airbag sensors or center airbag sensor assemblydirectly to hot air or flames.9. Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 k�/V minimum) for troubleshooting the system’selectrical circuits.10. Information labels are attached to the periphery of the SRS components. Follow the instructionson the notices.11. After work on the supplemental restraint system is completed, perform the SRS warning lightcheck.(See page RS-42 )12. If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precaution in the INsection.

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3. Grease should not be applied to the steering wheel pad and the pad should not be cleanedwith detergents of any kind.4. Store the steering wheel pad where the ambient temperature below 93 �C (200�F), withouthigh humidity and away from electrical noise.5. When using electric welding, first disconnect the airbag connector (yellow color and 2 pins)under the steering column near the combination switch connector before starting work.6. When disposing of a vehicle or the steering wheel pad alone, the airbag should be deployedusing an SST before disposal (See page RS-19 ).Perform the operation in a place away from electrical noise.

STEERING WHEEL PAD (with AIRBAG)1. When removing the steering wheel pad or handling a new steering wheel pad, it should beplaced with the pad top surface facing up.In this case, the twin-lock type connector lock lever should be in the locked state and careshould be taken to place it so the connector will not be damaged. And do not store a steeringwheel pad on top of another one. (Storing the pad with its metallic surface up may lead to aserious accident if the airbag inflates for some reason.

2. Never measure the resistance of the airbag squib.(This may cause the airbag to deploy, which is very dangerous.)


3. The front airbag sensor set bolts have been anti-rust treated.When the sensor is removed, always replace the set bolts with new ones.4. The front airbag sensors is equipped with an electrical connection check mechanism. Be sure tolock this mechanism securely when connecting the connector.If the connector is not securely locked, a malfunction code will be detected by the diagnosissystem (See page RS-10 ).

CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY1. Never reuse the center airbag sensor assembly involved in a collision when the airbag hasdeployed.2. Work must be started after 90 seconds from the time the ignition switch is turned to LOCKposition and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery even justloosing the set bolts of center airbag sensor assembly.

SPIRAL CABLE (in COMBINATION SWITCH)The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering column with the spiral cable at theneutral position, otherwise cable disconnection and other troubles may result.Refer to page RS-16 of this manual concerning correct steering wheel installation.

FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR1. Never reuse the front airbag sensor involved in a collision when the airbag has deployed.(Replace both the left and right airbag sensors.)2. Install the front airbag sensor with the arrow on the sensor facing toward the front of the vehicle.

WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTORThe SRS wire harness is integrated with the cowl wire harness assembly. The wires for the SRSwire harness are encased in a yellow corrugated tube. All the connectors for the system are alsoa standard yellow color. If the SRS wire harness becomes disconnected or the connectorbecomes broken due to an accident etc., repair or replace it as shown on page RS-33 .


DESCRIPTIONThe SRS (Supplemental Restraint System), together with the seat belt, is designed to help protectthe driver. Frontal inspect, the airbag sensor detect the shock, and if the front-to-rear shock isgreater than a specified value, an airbag stored in the steering wheel pad is inflated in-stantaneously to help reduce the shock to the driver.

LOCATION OF COMPONENTS

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WIRING DIAGRAM


CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY CONNECTORS

Electrical Connection Check Mechanism


RH Front Airbag Sensor (+)

RH Front Airbag Sensor (-)

LH Front Airbag Sensor (+)

LH Front Airbag Sensor (-)

Power Source (IGN Fuse)

Power Source (CIG Fuse)

SRS Warning Light

(A) (B) (C)

Terminal Name

Diagnosis

Connector

Squib (+)

Squib (-)

Symbol

Ground

Ground

+ SL

+ SR

-SR

IG2

- SL

ACC

No.

E2

LA

D-

D+

Tc

E1

(A)

(B)

(C)


OPERATIONFUNCTION OF COMPONENTS1. STEERING WHEEL PAD (with AIRBAG)The inflater and bag of the supplemental restraintsystem are stored in the steering wheel pad andcannot be disassembled. The inflater contains a squib,ignite charge, gas generant, etc., and inflates the bagin case of a frontal collision.

5. CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLYThe center airbag sensor assembly is mounted on thefloor inside the console box. The center airbag sensorassembly consists of a center airbag sensor, safingsensors, ignition control and drive circuit, diagnosiscircuit, etc. It receives signals from the airbag sensorsjudges whether the SRS must be activated or not anddiagnosis system malfunctions.

3. SRS WARNING LIGHTThe SRS warning light is located on the combinationmeter. It goes on the alert the driver of trouble in thesystem when a malfunction is detected in the centerairbag sensor assembly self-diagnosis. In normaloperating condition when the ignition switch is turnedto the ACC or ON position, the light goes on for about6 seconds and then goes off.

4. FRONT AIRBAG SENSORA front airbag sensor is mounted inside each of thefront fenders. The sensor unit is a mechanical type,When the sensor detects deceleration force above apredetermined limit in a collision, the contacts in thesensor make contact, sending a signal to the centerairbag sensor assembly. The sensor cannot be dis-assembled.

2. SPIRAL CABLE (in COMBINATION SWITCH)A spiral cable is used as an electrical joint from thevehicle body side to the steering wheel.

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6. SRS CONNECTORSAll connectors in the supplemental restraint systemare colored yellow to distinguish them from otherconnectors. Connectors having special function andspecifically designed for SRS are used in the locationsshown below to ensure high reliability. These connec-tors use durable gold-plated terminals.

(1) Terminal Twin-Lock MechanismEach connector has a two-piece construction con-sisting of a housing and a spacer. This design securesthe locking of the terminal by two locking devices (thespacer and the lance) to prevent terminals fromcoming out.

Airbag Activation Prevention Mechanism

Connectors (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6)


Connector Twin-Lock Mechanism

Terminal Twin-Lock Mechanism

Connectors (1), (2), (6)

Connectors (1), (4), (5)

Connectors (4), (5)

ApplicationItemNo.


(3) Electrical Connection Check MechanismThis mechanism is designed to electrically check ifconnectors are connected correctly and completelyThe electrical connection check mechanism is desig-ned so that the connection detection pin connect:with the diagnosis terminals when the connector housing lockis in the locked condition.

(2) Airbag Activation Prevention MechanismEach connector contains a short spring plate. Whenthe connector is disconnected, The short spring plateautomatically connects the power source and ground-ing terminals of the squib.

HINT: The illustration shows connectors (3) and(4). Connector (1) has a short spring plate on the femaleterminal side, but the operating principle is the same.


HINT: The illustration shows connector (5). Connector (1) alsohas the same operating principle.(4) Connector Twin-Lock MechanismWith this mechanism connectors (male and femaleconnectors) are locked by 2 locking devices to in-crease connection reliability. If the primary lock isincomplete, ribs interfere and prevent the secondarylock.

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When the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision inthe hatched area (Fig. 1) and the shock is larger thana predetermined level, the SRS is activated automati-cally. A Safing sensor is designed to go on at a smallerdeceleration rate than the front and center airbagsensors. As illustrated in Fig. 2, ignition is causedwhen current flows to the squib, which happens whena safing sensor and a front airbag sensor and/or thecenter airbag sensor go on simultaneously.When a deceleration force acts on the sensors, thesquib in the driver airbag ignite and generate gas. Thegas discharging into the driver airbag rapidly in-creases the pressure inside the bag breaking open thesteering wheel pad. Bag inflation then ends, and thebags deflate as the gas is discharged through dis-charge holes at the bag’s rear or side.


PREPARATIONSST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)

Tire Width: 185 mm (7.28 in.) Inner diam.: 360mm (14.17 in.)

Bolt Length: 35 mm (1.38 in.) Pitch: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)Diam.: 6.0 mm (0.236 in.)

Tire with disk wheel Width: 185 mm (7028 in.)Inner diam.: 360 mm (14.17 in.)

09042-00020 Torx Socket T40

RECOMMENDED TOOLS

09082-00050 TOYOTA Electrical Tester Set

09082-00700 SRS Airbag Deployment Tool

09042-00010 Torx Socket T30

09843-18020 Diagnosis Check Wire

09609-2001 1 Steering Wheel Puller

Center airbag sensor assembly

Torque wrench

EQUIPMENT

Steering wheel pad

Airbag disposal

Airbag disposal

Airbag disposal

Airbag disposal

Steering wheel

Vinyl bag

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STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRALCABLEINSPECTION ITEMS1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION(a) Perform a visual check which includes the followingitems with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) in-stalled in the vehicle.• Check for cuts, minute cracks or marked discol-

oration of the steering wheel pad top surface andgrooved portion.

2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISIONIF THE AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )(b) Perform a visual check which includes the followingitems with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) re-moved from the vehicle.• Check for cuts or cracks in, or marked discolora-

tion of the steering wheel pad top surface andgrooved portion.

• Check for cuts and cracks in, or chipping ofconnectors and wire harness.

• Check for deformation of the horn button contactplate of the steering wheel.

• If the horn button contact plate of the steeringwheel is deformed, never repair it. Always re-place the steering wheel assembly with a newone.

• There should be no interference between thesteering wheel pad and the steering wheel, andthe clearance should be uniform all the wayaround when the new steering wheel pad is in-stalled on the steering wheel.

CAUTION: For removal and installation of the steeringwheel pad, see page RS-16 , “REMOVAL AND INSTAL-LATION” and be sure to follow the correct procedure.

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IF THE AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )(b) Perform a visual check which includes the followingitems with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) re-moved from he vehicle.• Check for deformation of the horn button contact

plate of the steering wheel.• Check for damage to the spiral cable connector

and wire harness.HINT:• If the horn button contact plate of the steering

wheel is deformed, never repair it. Always re-place the steering wheel assembly with a new one.

• There should be no interference between thesteering wheel pad and the steering wheel, and the clearance should be uniform all the wayaround when the new steering pad is installed onthe steering wheel.

REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTSIn the following cases, replace the steering wheel pad,steering wheel or spiral cable.

CAUTION: For replacement of the steering wheel pad,see page RS-18 , “STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRALCABLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION” and be sure tofollow the correct procedure.

• If the airbag has been deployed.• If the steering wheel pad or spiral cable has been

found to be faulty in troubleshooting.• If the steering wheel pad, steering wheel or spiral

cable has been found to be faulty during thecheck in item 1-(b) or 2-(b).

• If the steering wheel pad has been dropped.


STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRALCABLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Work must be started after 90 seconds fromthe time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi-tion and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnectedfrom the battery (See page RS-2 ).NOTICE:

• If the wiring connector of the supplemental re-straint system is disconnected with the ignitionswitch at ON or ACC, diagnostic trouble codes willbe recorded.

• Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace with new parts.

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(e) Pull the wheel pad out from the steering wheel anddisconnect the airbag connector.

NOTICE: When removing the wheel pad, take care not to pull the airbag wire harness.CAUTION:

• When storing the wheel pad, keep the upper surfaceof the pad facing upward (See pages RS-3 ).

• Never disassemble the wheel pad.2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL(a) Disconnect the connector.(b) Remove the set nut.(c) Place matchmarks on the steering wheel and mainshaft.(d) Using SST, remove the steering wheel.SST 09213-310213. REMOVE AND INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE FROM/TOCOMBINATION SWITCH(See page BE-18 )

NOTICE: Do not disassemble the spiral cable or apply oilto it.

4. CENTER SPIRAL CABLE(a) Check that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.(b) Turn the spiral cable counterclockwise by hand until itbecomes harder to turn the cable.(c) Then rotate the spiral cable clockwise about 3 turns toalign the red mark.HINT: The spiral cable will rotate about 3 turns toeither left or right of the center.

1. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD(a) Remove negative terminal (-) from the battery andwait at least 90 seconds.(b) Place the front wheels facing straight ahead.(c) Using a torx wrench, loosen the 2 screws.Torx wrench: T30 (Part No. 09042-00010 or locallymanufactured tool)(d) Loosen the torx screws until the groove along thescrew circumference catches on the screw case.

5. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL(a) Align matchmarks on the steering wheel and mainshaft, and install the steering wheel to the main shaft.(b) Install and torque the set nut.

Torque: 35 N-m (360 kgf-cm, 26 ft-lbf)

(c) Connect the connector.


6. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL PAD(a) Connect the airbag connector.(b) Install the wheel pad after confirming that the circum-ference groove of the torx screws is caught on thescrew case.(c) Using a torx wrench, tighten the 2 screws.

Torque: 8.8 N-m (90 kgf-cm, 78 in.-Ibf)NOTICE:

• Make sure the wheel pad is installed to the specifiedtorque.

• If the wheel pad has been dropped, or there arecracks, dents or other defects in the case or connec-tor, replace the wheel pad with a new one.

• When installing the wheel pad, take care that thewirings do not interfere with other parts and are notpinched between other parts.

7. CHECK STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT


PRECAUTIONS FOR AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT• The airbag produces a sizeable exploding sound

when it deploys, so perform the operation out-of-doors and where it will not create a nuisanceto nearby residents.

• When deploying the airbag, always use the speci-fied SST; SRS AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT TOOL(SST 09082-00700). Perform the operation in aplace away from electrical noise.

• When deploying an airbag, perform the operationfrom at least 10 m (33 ft) away from the steeringwheel pad.

• The steering wheel pad is very hot when theairbag is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30minutes after deployment.

• Use gloves and safety glasses when handling asteering wheel pad with deployed airbag.

• Always wash your hands with water after com-pleting the operation.

• Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel padwith deployed airbag.

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STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITH AIRBAG)DISPOSALWhen scrapping vehicles equipped with a supplemen-tal restraint system or disposing of a steering wheelpad (with airbag), always first deploy the airbag inaccordance with the procedure described below.If any abnormality occurs with the airbag deployment,contact the SERVICE DEPT. of TOYOTA MOTORSALES, U.S.A., INC..Never dispose of a steering wheel pad which has anundeployed airbag.When disposing of a steering wheel pad with anairbag deployed in a collision, follow the same proce-dure given under ”When scrapping vehicle, step 5.DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITHAIRBAG)” (See page RS-21 ).


When scrapping vehicleHINT: Have a battery ready as the power source todeploy the airbag.1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLEFROM BATTERY

CAUTION: Work must be started after 90 seconds fromthe time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi-tion and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnectedfrom the battery (See page RS-2 ).

2. CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SST(See page RS-25 )SST 09082-00700

(c) Connect the SST connector to the airbag connector ofthe spiral cable.SST 09082-00700(d) Move the SST to at least 10 m (33 ft) from the front ofthe vehicle.(e) Close all the doors and windows of the vehicle.

NOTICE: Take care not to damage the SST wire harness.

(f) Connect the SST red clip to the battery positive (+)terminal and the black clip to the battery negative (-)terminal.

3. INSTALL SSTCAUTION: Check that there is no looseness in the steer-ing wheel and steering wheel pad.

(a) Remove the No.1 under cover.(b) Disconnect the airbag connector of the spiral cable.


4. DEPLOY AIRBAG(a) Confirm that no-one is inside the vehicle or within 10m (33 ft) of the vehicle.(b) Press the SST activation switch and deploy the airbag.HINT: The airbag deploys simultaneously as the LEDof the SST activation switch lights up.5. DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITHAIRBAG)

CAUTION:

• The steering wheel pad is very hot when the airbagis deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutesafter deployment.

• Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a ste-ering wheel pad with deployed airbag.

• Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel padwith deployed airbag.

• Always wash your hands with water after complet-ing the operation.

(a) When scrapping a vehicle, deploy the airbag and scrapthe vehicle with the steering wheel pad still installed.(b) When moving a vehicle for scrapping which has asteering wheel pad with deployed airbag, use glovesand safety glasses.

1. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD (See page RS-16 )CAUTION:

• When removing the steering wheel pad (with airbag), work must be started after 90 seconds fromthe time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCKposition and the negative (-) terminal cable is dis-connected from the battery.

• When storing the steering wheel pad, keep theupper surface of the pad facing upward.

When disposing of steering wheel padonlyWhen disposing of the steering wheel pad (with airbag)only, never use the customer’s vehicle to deploy theairbag.Remove the steering wheel pad from the vehicle andbe sure to follow the procedure given below whendeploying the airbag.HINT: Have a battery ready as the power sourcedeploy the airbag.


L 35.0 mm (1.378 in.)M 6.0 mm (0.236 in.)Pitch 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)

NOTICE:• Tighten the bolts by hand until the bolts become

difficult to turn.• Do not tighten the bolts too much.(b) Using a service-purpose wire harness for vehicle tiedown the steering wheel pad to the disc wheel.

Wire harness: Stripped wire harness section1.25 mm2 or more (0.0019 in 2 or more)

HINT: To calculate the square of the stripped wireharness section-

Square = 3.14 x (Diameter) 2 divided by 4CAUTION: If a wire harness which is too thin or someother thing is used to tie down the steering wheel pad itmay be snapped by the chock when the airbag is deplo-yed, this is highly dangerous. Always use a wire harnessfor vehicle use which is at least 1.25 mm 2 (0.0019 in2.).

(1) Using 3 wire harnesses, wrap the wire harnessesat least 2 times each around the bolts installed onthe left and right sides of the steering wheel pad.

CAUTION:

• Tightly wind the wire harness around the bolts sothat there is no slack.

• If there is slackness in the wire harness, the steeringwheel pad may come loose due to the shock whenthe airbag is deployed, this is highly dangerous.

3. FIX STEERING WHEEL PAD TO DISC WHEEL WITHTIRE(a) Install bolts with washer in the 2 bolt holes in thesteering wheel pad.Bolt:

2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL PAD CONNECTORRemove the connector on the steering wheel pad rearsurface from the inflater cover.


(2) Face the upper surface of the steering wheel padupward.(3) Separately tie the left and right sides of the steer-ing wheel pad to the disc wheel through the hubnut holes.(c) Position the steering wheel pad connector so that ithangs downward through a hub hole in the disc wheel.

CAUTION:

• Make sure that the wire harness is tight. It is verydangerous if looseness in the wire harness results inthe steering wheel pad coming free through theshock of the airbag deploying.

• Always tie down the steering wheel pad with thepad side facing upward. It is very dangerous if thesteering wheel pad is tied down with the metalsurface facing upward as the wire harness will becut by the shock of the airbag deploying and thesteering wheel pad will be thrown into the air.

HINT: The disc wheel will be marked by airbag deploy-ment, so use a redundant disc wheel.4. CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SST(See page RS-25 )SST 09082-00070

5. INSTALL SSTCAUTION: Place the disc wheel on level ground.

(a) Connect the SST connector to the steering wheel padconnector.SST 09082-00700

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the SST connector and wireharness, do not lock the secondary lock of the twin lock.Also provide some slack for the SST wire harness insidethe disc wheel.

(b) Move the SST to at least 10 m (33 ft) away from thesteering wheel pad tied down on the disc wheel.


Covering Method Using Tires:Place at least three tires without disc wheel on top ofthe disc wheel with tire to which with tire to which thesteering wheel pad is tied.

Tire size: Must exceed the following dimensions-Width 185 mm (7.28 in.)Inner diam 360 mm (14.17 in.)CAUTION: Do not use tires with disc wheels.NOTICE: The tires by marked by the airbag deployment,so use redundant tires.

7. AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT(a) Connect the SST red clip to the battery positive (+)terminal and the black clip to the battery negative (-)terminal.(b) Confirm that no-one is within 10 m (33 ft) of the discwheel the steering wheel pad is tied to.(c) Press the SST activation switch and deploy the airbag.HINT: The airbag deploys simultaneously as the LEDof the SST activation switch lights up.

6. COVER STEERING WHEEL PAD WITH CARDBOARDBOX OR TIRESCovering Method Using Cardboard Box:Cover the steering wheel pad with the cardboard boxand weigh the cardboard box down in four places witha at least 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf).

Size of cardboard box:Must exceed the following dimensions-x = 460 mm (18.11 in.)When dimension y of the cardboard box exceeds thediameter of the disc wheel with tire the steeringwheel pad is tied to-x = 460 mm (18.11 in.) + width of tirey = 650 mm (25.59 in.)NOTICE: If a cardboard box smaller than the size speci-fied is used, the cardboard box will be broken by theshock of the airbag deployment.


8. DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITHAIRBAG)

CAUTION:

• The steering wheel pad is battery hot when the airbag is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30minutes after deployment.

• Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a ste-ering wheel pad with deployed airbag.

• Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with deployed airbag.

• Always wash your hands with water after complet-ing the operation.

(a) Remove the steering wheel pad from the disc wheel.(b) Place the steering wheel pad in a vinyl bag, tie the endtightly and dispose of it the same way as other generalparts.

1. CONNECT SST TO BATTERYConnect the red clip of the SST to the battery positive(+) terminal and the black clip to the battery negative(-) terminal.HINT: Do not connect the yellow connector whichconnects with the supplemental restraint system.

2. CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SSTPress the SST activation switch, and confirm the LEDof the SST activation switch lights up.

CAUTION: If the LED lights up when the activationswitch is not being pressed, SST malfunction is probable,so definitely do not use the SST.

CONFIRM FUNCTIONING OF SSTWhen deploying the airbag, always use the specifiedSST: SRS AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT TOOL.SST 09082-00700


FRONT AIRBAG SENSORINSPECTION ITEMS1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISIONPerform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )(b) If the front fender of the car or its periphery is dam-aged, perform visual check for damage to the frontairbag sensor, which includes the following itemseven if the airbag was not deployed:• Bracket deformation.• Peeling of paint from the bracket.• Cracks, dents or chips in the case.• Cracks and dents in, or chipping and scratches of

the connector.• Peeling off of the label or damage to the series

number.Also refer to the body dimension drawings in theBODY section and check the dimensions and mount-ing surface angle of the body area where the frontairbag sensors are mounted. (The SRS may malfunc-tion, or may not work, if the mounting angle or dimen-sions of the sensor mount are not correct.)

REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTSIn the following cases, replace the front airbag sensor.

NOTICE: for replacement of the front airbag sensor, seepage RS-27 , ”FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR REMOVAL ANDINSTALLATION”.

• If the SRS has been deployed in a collision.(Replace both the left and right airbag sensors.)

• If the front airbag sensor has been found to befaulty in troubleshooting.

• If the front airbag sensor has been found to befaulty during the check in item 2-(b).

• If the front airbag sensor has been dropped.

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FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR REMOVAL ANDINSTALLATION

CAUTION: Work must be started after 90 seconds fromthe time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi-tion and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnectedfrom the battery (See page RS-2 ).NOTICE:

• If the wiring connector of the supplemental re-straint system is disconnected with the ignitionswitch at ON or ACC, diagnostic trouble codes willbe recorded.

• Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. Whenreplacing parts, replace with new parts.

• Never reuse the sensor involved in a collision whenthe SRS has deployed.

• Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.1. REMOVE FENDER LINERS

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2. INSTALL FRONT AIRBAG SENSORInstall the sensor with the arrow on the sensor facingtoward the front of the vehicle.

Torque: 25 N-m (260 kgf-cm, 19 ft-lbf )

NOTICE:• Make sure the sensor is installed to the specified

torque.• If the sensor has been dropped, or there are cracks

dents or other defects in the case, bracket or con-nector, replace the sensor with a new one.

• The sensor set bolts have been anti-rust treatedWhen the sensor is removed, always replace the setbolts with new ones.

• After installation, shake the sensor to check thatthere is no looseness.

• The front sensor is equipped with an electrical con-nection check mechanism. Be sure to lock this mech-anism securely when connecting the connector. Ifthe connector is not securely locked, a malfunctioncode will be detected by the diagnosis system.

• Check that the dimensions of the body where thefront airbag sensor is installed match those in thebody dimension drawings in the BODY section.(The SRS may malfunction, or may not work, if themounting angle or dimensions of the sensor mountare not correct.)


CENTER AIRBAG SENSORASSEMBLYINSPECTION ITEMS1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISIONPerform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISIONIF THE SRS IS NOT DEPLOYEDPerform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )IF THE SRS IS DEPLOYEDReplace the center airbag sensor assembly certainly.

REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTSIn the following cases, replace the center airbagsensor assembly.

NOTICE: For replacement of the center airbag sensorassembly, see page RS-31 , ’CENTER AIRBAG SENSORASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION’.

• If the SRS has been deployed in a collision.• If the center airbag sensor assembly has been

found to be faulty in troubleshooting.• If the center airbag sensor assembly has been

dropped.

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CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLYREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Work must be started after 90 seconds fromthe time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi-tion and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnectedfrom the battery (See page RS-2 ).

NOTICE:• Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and

various computers unless absolutely necessary. (Ifthe IC terminals are touched, the IC may be destr-oyed by static electricity.)

• Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. Whenreplacing parts, replace with new parts.

• Never reuse the center airbag sensor assembly in-volved in a collision when the airbag has deployed.

• Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.

REMOVE AND INSTALL CENTER AIRBAG SENSORASSEMBLY(a) Disconnect and connect the connector.

NOTICE: Removal and installation of the connector isdone with the sensor assembly installed.

(b) Using a torx wrench, loosen and tighten the 4 screws.Torx wrench: T40 (Part No. 09042-00020 or locallymanufactured tool)

Torque: 13 N-m (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft-lbf )NOTICE:

• Make sure the sensor assembly is installed to thespecified torque.

• If the sensor assembly has been dropped, or thereare cracks, dents or other defects in the case, brack-et or connector, replace the sensor assembly with anew one.

• When installing the sensor assembly, take care thatthe airbag wiring does not interfere with other partsand is not pinched between other parts.

• After installation, shake the sensor assembly tocheck that there is no looseness.


INSPECTION ITEMS1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISIONPerform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.(See page RS-42 )(b) If there is a break in any of the wires in the SRS wireharness, or if conductors are exposed.(c) In the SRS wire harness connectors are cracked orchipped.

WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTORHINT: The SRS wire harness is integrated with thecowl wire harness assembly and floor wire harnessassembly.The wires for the SRS wire harness are encased in ayellow corrugated tube and all the connectors in thesystem are a standard yellow color.

-SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTORRS-32

REPAIR WIRE FOR FRONT AIRBAGSENSOR REPLACEMENTRepair wire with 2 pressure-contact sleeves(Part No. 82988-24010) has been prepared for ex-clusive use in repairing connector damage etc. causedby frontal collision of the vehicle.When repairing the front airbag sensor connector onthe wire harness side, always use the special repairwire.

NOTICE: Do not replace the connector housing or termi-nal only.

1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLEFROM BATTERY

CAUTION: Work must be started after 90 seconds fromthe time the ignition switch is turned to the ”LOCK”position and the negative (-) terminal cable is discon-nected from the battery.(See page RS-2 )

2. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS AT VEHICLE SIDE(a) Remove the cover at the rear of the connector hous-ing and expose the wire harness.(b) Cut the wire harness behind the connector housing.HINT: The operation is performed more easily if thewire harness is left as long as possible.

REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTSIn the following cases, replace the wire harness orconnector.• If any part of the SRS wire harness or any

connector has been found to be faulty in troubleshooting.

• If any part of the SRS wire harness or any con-nector has been found to be faulty during thecheck in item 2-(b) or (c).

NOTICE: If the wire harness used in the SRS is damaged,replace the whole wire harness assembly.When the connector to the front airbag sensors can be repaired alone (when there is no damaged to the wire harness), use the repair wire specially designed for thepurpose (See page RS-33 ).


3. CONNECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR WIRE HAR-NESS AT VEHICLE SIDE AND REPAIR WIRE(a) Start stripping at least 8 mm (0.31 in.) to 11 mm (0.43in.) away from the end of the existing harness atvehicle side and also from the end of the repair wire.

NOTICE: Take care not to damage the wire when stripp-ing the wire harness lead. After finishing the operation,visually inspect the wire. If there is any damaged, per-form the operation again.

(b) Overlap the 2 stripped wire ends inside of the pres-sure-contact sleeve as illustrated in the left.HINT: The blue pressure-contact sleeve(Part No. 82999-12020) is available individually.

(c) The crimping tool (AMP Part No. 169060) has coIor markson it. Place the sleeve in the correct section of the tool ac-cording to the color of the sleeve itself.

HINT: You might find it easier if you use a miniaturescrewdriver as a guide as you insert wires into thesleeve.


4. PROTECT JOINED SECTIONWrap silicon tape around the joins to protect themfrom water.HINT:• Before starting the operation, thoroughly wipe

dirt and grease off the sections to be joined.• If the adhesive surfaces of 2 tapes come in con-

tact, they will stick together and will not comeapart, so do not remove the backing film exceptwhen using the tape.

• Do not let oil and dust, etc., get on the tapesurface.

(a) Ready about 100 mm (3.94 in.) of silicon tape(Part No. 08231-00045) and peel off the film.(b) Stretch the silicon tape until its width is reduced byhalf.(c) About 10 mm (0.39 in.) from the end of the pressurecontact sleeve, wrap the silicon tape around thesleeve 3 or more times while stretching the tape.

(d) With the center of the sleeve correctly placed be-tween the crimping jaws, squeeze the crimping tooluntil either end comes into contact at the sectionmarked by ”CLOSE HERE”.HINT: Check to see that the sleeve and wires are stillin the correct position before closing the crimping toolends with steady pressure.

(e) Pull the joined wires to either end. Make sure that theyare joined firmly by the sleeve.

NOTICE: If the joined wires come loose the splice isdefective, so replace the sleeve and repeat the proce-dure.

(f) Crimp both ends of the sleeve with the crimping toolat the ”INS” position.


(d) Wrap the remaining part of sleeve with half of thetape overlapping at each turn.(e) Firmly wrap the tape 2 times or more about 10 mm(0.39 in.) from the other end of the pressure-contactsleeve, then wrap the tape back towards the startagain and firmly finish winding the tape around thecenter of the sleeve.

(g) After applying the silicon tape, apply vinyl tape on thecorrugated tube of repair wire side over to the cor-rugated tube of vehicle wire harness side.

5. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TOBATTERY

(f) Fix the corrugated tube to the wire using silicon tape.


TROUBLESHOOTING

RS-37

How to proceed with troubleshootingMalfunction symptoms of the supplemental restraint system are difficult to confirm, so the diagnostictrouble codes become the most important source of information when troubleshooting.Perform troubleshooting of the supplemental restraint system in accordance with the followingprocedure:[1] CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSISUsing the CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS CHECK SHEET (See page RS-41 ) for reference, ask thecustomer in as much detail as possible about the problem.[2] WARNING LIGHT CHECKCheck the SRS warning light. If the Iight remains on, a malfunction is stored in the center airbagsensor assembly, so proceed to step [3]. If the SRS warning light is not on, malfunction hasoccurred in the SRS warning light circuit, so perform troubleshooting for code 22.HINT: Code 22 is recorded when a malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system.If an open malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system, the SRS warning light does not lightup, so that until the malfunction is repaired, the diagnostic trouble codes (including code 22) cannotbe confirmed.[3] DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK AND RECORDINGCheck the diagnostic trouble codes and make a note of any malfunction codes which are output. If anormal code is output, an abnormality in the power source circuit may have occurred, so performtroubleshooting for source voltage in step [8].If code 22 is output, skip steps [4] and [5] and proceed to step [7].[4] MALFUNCTION CODE CLEARANCEClear the malfunction code.HINT: The malfunction code output in step [3] indicates that a malfunction has occurred in thecircuit designated by the malfunction code, but does not indicate whether the malfunction is stilloccurring or whether it was in the past.Accordingly, it is necessary to find out the present condition of the malfunction occurrence byclearing the malfunction code and performing the diagnostic trouble code check again. If thisoperation is neglected and troubleshooting is performed using only the malfunction code confirmedin step [3], isolating the problem component becomes difficult and invites mistaken diagnosis.[5] DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK AND RECORDING [6] SYMPTOM SIMULATIONAfter repeating ignition switch ON - OFF operation (ON: wait 20 secs., OFF: wait 20 secs.) 5 times,check the diagnostic trouble code. If any malfunction code is output, the malfunction is stilloccurring, so proceed to step [7].Bearing in mind that a malfunction code was registered in step [3] , provided that the normal codeis presently output, use the methods described in step [6] to simulate the malfunction.

NOTICE: When the battery has been reconnected, turn the ignition switch to ACC or ON positionafter at least 2 seconds have elapsed.If the battery is reconnected with the ignition switch in ACC or ON position, or the ignition switchis turned to ACC or ON within 2 seconds of connecting the battery, it is possible that the diagnosissystem will not operate normally.

[7] DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHARTProceed to the appropriate flow chart in step [8] in accordance with the malfunction code found instep [5] or [6].

-SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTINGRS-38

[10] MALFUNCTION CODE CLEARANCEWhen all the malfunction codes found in steps [5] and [6] have been repaired, clear themalfunction codes.[11] DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECKAfter repeating ignition switch ON - OFF operation (ON: wait 20 secs., OFF: wait 20 secs.) 5 times,check the diagnostic trouble codes. If a code is displayed, return to step [7] and troubleshoot the dis-played malfunction code.NOTICE: When connecting the battery after clearing the malfunction code, always of it with the ignitionswitch in LOCK position.When the battery has been reconnected, turn the ignition switch to ACC or ON position after at least 2seconds have elapsed.If the battery is reconnected with the ignition switch in ACC or ON position, or the ignition switch isturned to ACC or ON within 2 seconds of connecting the battery, it is possible that the diagnosissystem will not operate normally.[12] CONFIRMATION TESTCheck the warning light again and confirm that all the malfunctions have been repaired. If thewarning light indicates and abnormally, repeat the operation again from step [2] .

[8] CIRCUIT INSPECTION [9] REPAIRFind out if the problem lies in a sensor, actuator or wire harness and connector, and repair theproblem.After the problem part is repaired, reinstall the disassembled parts. Do not start work until at least90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (-) terminalcable is disconnected.

CAUTION: If incorrect procedure is used, a malfunction may occur in the system or there is thedanger that the airbag may be accidentally activated during the repair operation. Carefully read theGENERAL DESCRIPTION (See page RS-2 ) and the cautions for each operation, and perform repairs inthe correct order using the correct methods.

HINT: The following illustration for the CIRCUIT INSPECTION shows each connector for the SRSsquib circuit from the center airbag sensor assembly to the steering wheel pad (squib).


: Diagnostic steps permitting the use of theTOYOTA hand-held tester.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Check and Recording

Diagnostic Trouble CodeCheck and Recording

Diagnostic Trouble Code Matrix Chart

Circuit Inspection

Diagnostic Trouble Code Check

Vehicle Brought to Workshop

Malfunction Code Clearance

Malfunction Code Clearance

Customer Problem Analysis

Identification of Problem

Malfunction Code

Malfunction Code

Warning Light Check

Symptom Simulation

Does Not Light Up

MalfunctionCode

Confirmation Test

Normal Code

Malfunction Code

Remains ON

Normal Code

Normal CodeNormalCode

END

P. RS-42

P. RS-42P. RS-47

P. RS-50

P. RS-42

P. RS-49

P. RS-42

P. RS-45

P. RS-45

P. RS-41

Repair

Step


CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS CHECK SHEET


DIAGNOSIS INSPECTIONSRS WARNING LIGHT CHECK(a) Turn the ignition switch to ACC or ON and check that theSRS warning light lights up.(b) Check that the SRS warning light goes out after approx.6 seconds.HINT:• When the ignition switch is at ACC or ON and the SRS

warning light remains on, the center airbag sensor as-sembly has detected a malfunction code.

• If, after approx. 6 seconds have elapsed, the SRSwarning light sometimes lights up or the SRS warninglight lights up even when the ignition switch is OFF, ashort in the SRS warning light circuit can be consid-ered likely. Proceed to SRS warning light system (al-ways lit up when ignition switch LOCK position) onpage RS-88 .

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECKUsing diagnosis check wire:1. OUTPUT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE(a) Turn the ignition switch to ACC or ON position and waitapprox. 20 seconds.(b) Using SST connect terminals Tc and E1 of the DLC1.SST 09843-18020

NOTICE: Never make a mistake with the terminalconnection position as this will cause a malfunction.


2. READ DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODERead the 2-digit diagnostic trouble code as indicated bythe number of times the SRS waring light blinks. As anexample, the blinking patterns; normal, 11 and 31 are asshown on the illustration.• Normal code indication

The light will blink 2 times per second.• Malfunction code indication

In the event of a malfunction, the light will blink. Thenumber represented by the first blink code output indi-cates the first digit of a 2-digit diagnostic trouble code.After a 1.5 second pause, the second blink code willindicate the second digit.If there are two or more codes, there will be a 2.5second pause between each.After all the codes have been output, there will be a 4.0second pause and they will all be repeated.

HINT:• In the event of a number of trouble codes, indication

will begin from the smaller numbered code to thelarger.

• If it does not output a diagnostic trouble code or out-put a diagnostic trouble code without terminal con-nection, proceed to the Tc terminal circuit inspectionon page RS-90 .

Using TOYOTA hand-held tester:(a) Hook up the TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC1.(b) Read the diagnostic trouble codes by following theprompts on the tester screen.HINT: Please refer to the TOYOTA hand-held tester operator ’s manual for further details.


HINT:*1

• When the SRS warning light remains lit up and the diagnostic trouble code is the normal code, thismeans a source voltage drop.This malfunction is not stored in memory by the center airbag sensor assembly and if the powersource voltage returns to normal after 90 seconds the SRS warning light will automatically go out.

*2

• Code 22 is recorded when a malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system.If an open malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system, the SRS warning light does not lightup, so that until the malfunction is repaired, the diagnostic trouble codes (including code 22) cannot beconfirmed.

• When two or more codes are indicated, the lowest numbered code will appear first.• If a code not listed on the chart is displayed, the center airbag sensor assembly is faulty.

� Short in squib circuit or front center sensor circuit (to ground)� Front airbag sensor malfunction� Floor sensor malfunction

� Steering wheel pad (squib)� Front airbag sensor� Spiral cable� Center airbag sensor assembly� Wire harness

� Steering wheel pad (squib)� Front airbag sensor� Spiral cable� Center airbag sensor assembly� Wire harness

� Steering wheel pad (squib)� Spiral cable� Center airbag sensor assembly� Wire harness

� Steering wheel pad (squib)� Spiral cable� Center airbag sensor assembly� Wire harness

� SRS warning light� Center airbag sensor assembly� Wire harness

� Short in squib circuit (to B+) Open in front airbag sensor circuit

� Front airbag sensor� Center airbag sensor assembly� Wire harness

� Short in squib circuit (between D+ wire harness and D- wire harness)

� Battery� Center airbag sensor assembly

� Open in front airbag sensor circuit

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES

� SRS warning light system malfunction

� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction

� Center airbag sensor assembly

� Open in squib circuit

SRSWarning Light

� Source voltage drop

� System normal

*1(Normal)

Trouble AreaBlink Pattern DiagnosisDTC No.

22*2

OFF


DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CLEARANCEUsing diagnostic check wire:(a) Connect the 2 service wires to terminals Tc and AB ofDLC1.(b) Turn the ignition switch ACC or ON And wait approx. 6seconds.(c) Starting with the Tc terminal, apply body ground alter-nately to terminal Tc and terminal AB twice each in cy-cles of 1.0 seconds. Confirm that body ground is abso-lute. Finally, keep applying body ground to terminal Tc.HINT: When alternately grounding terminals Tc andAB, release ground from one terminal and immediatelyapply it to the other terminal within an interval of 0.2second. If diagnostic trouble codes do not clear, repeatthe above procedure until the codes are cleared.

(d) Several seconds after performing the clearing procedure,the SRS warning light will blink in a 50 m sec. cycle toindicate the codes have been cleared.

Time of Body GroundTerminal


Using TOYOTA hand-held tester:(a) Hook up the TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC1.(b) Clear the diagnostic trouble codes by following theprompts on the tester screen.HINT: Please refer to the TOYOTA hand-held tester operator ’s manual for further details.


Symptom Simulation”Intermittent troubles or problems” are the malfunctions about which the customer has a complaint, butwhich do not occur and can not be confirmed in the workshop. The intermittent problems also includecomplaints about the SRS warning light on and off erratically.The self-diagnostic system stores the circuit of the intermittent problem in memory even if the ignitionswitch is turned off.And, for accurate diagnosis of the problems, ask the customer to obtain information as much as possiblefollowing the customer problem analysis check sheet (See page RS-41 ) , and try to reproduce theintermittent problem.The problem simulation methods described below are the effective ways for this nature of problem toproduce the problem conditions by applying vibration, heat, and humidity.

(Inspection of connectors.)(a) Does the wire harness connecting with itscorresponding part have insufficient slack?(b) Are the terminals dirty?(c) Are the terminals making loose contact due toterminals spread?

PARTS AND SENSORSApply vibration slightly by a finger to the part orsensor considered to be the problem cause and checkif the malfunction will occur.

CAUTION: Do not apply vibration to the centerairbag sensor.

WIRE HARNESSSlightly shake the wire harness vertically andhorizontally. The connector joint, fulcrum of thevibration, and body through portion are the majorareas to be checked thoroughly.

CONNECTORSSlightly shake the connector vertically andhorizontally.

VIBRATION METHOD: When vibration seems to be the major cause.


Sprinkle water onto the vehicle and check to see ifthe malfunction will occur.NOTICE: Never apply water directly onto the elec-tronic components.HINT:• If a vehicle is subject to water leakage, the leaked

water may contaminate the ECU. When testing avehicle with a water leakage problem, specialcaution must be paid.

Heat the component that is likely the cause of themalfunction with a hair dryer or similar object. Checkto see if the malfunction will occur.NOTICE:• Do not heat to more than 60 °C (140°F)

(Temperature limit that the component can betouched with a hand.).

• Do not apply heat directly to part in the ECU.

WATER SPRINKLING When the malfunction seems to occur on aMETHOD: rainy day or in a high-humidity condition.

OTHER: When a malfunction seems to occur when electrical load is excessive.

HEAT METHOD: When the problem seems to occur when the suspect areas is heated.

Turn on all electrical loads including the heaterblower, headlights, rear window defogger, etc. andcheck to see if the malfunction will occur.


HINT:*1 When the SRS warning light remains lit up and the diagnostic trouble code is the normal code, thismeans a source voltage drop.*2 Code 22 is recorded when a malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system.If an open malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system, the SRS warning light does not lightup, so that until the malfunction is repaired, the diagnostic trouble codes (including code 22) cannotbe confirmed.

Diagnostic trouble code matrix chartIf a malfunction code is displayed during the diagnostic trouble code check, check the circuit listed forthat code in the table below (Proceed to the page given for that circuit).

� With the ignition switch at ACC or ON, the SRS warning light sometimes lights up after approx. 6 seconds have elapsed.� SRS warning light lights up even when ignition switch is in the LOCK position.

Problem Symptom ChartProceed with troubleshooting of each circuit in the table below.

� Short in squib circuit or front airbag sensor circuit (to ground)� Front airbag sensor malfunction� Floor sensor malfunction

� Diagnostic trouble code not displayed.� Diagnostic trouble code displayed without Tc and E1 terminal connection.

� Short in squib circuit (between D+ wire harness and D- wire harness)

� Short in squib circuit (to B +)� Open in front airbag sensor circuit s

� SRS warning light system (Always lit up when ignition switch LOCK position)

� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction

� SRS warning light system malfunction

� Open in front airbag sensor circuit

� Open in squib circuit

� Source voltage drop

� Tc terminal circuit

Problem Symptom Inspection Item

(Normal) *1

Diagnosis

RS-90

RS-50

RS-80

RS-70

RS-58

RS-75

RS-52

RS-88

RS-86

RS-63

Page

Page

22 *2

DTC


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe supplemental restraint system is equipped with a voltage-increase circuit (DC-DC converter) inthe center airbag sensor assembly in case the source voltage drops.When the battery voltage drops, the voltage-increase circuit (DC-DC converter) functions toincrease the voltage of the supplemental restraint system to normal voltage.The diagnosis system malfunction display for this circuit is different to other circuits - When theSRS warning light remains lit up and the diagnostic trouble code is a normal code, source voltagedrop is indicated.Malfunction in this circuit is not recorded in the center airbag sensor assembly, and the sourcevoltage returns to normal, the SRS warning light automatically goes off.

Check diagnostic trouble code, and ifa malfunction code is output, performtroubleshooting according tomalfunction code. If a normal code isoutput, replace center airbag sensorassembly.

Check battery and charging system (See page CH-1 ).

Circuit Inspection

Source Voltage Drop

Does SRS warning light turn off.

DIAGNOSTIC CHART

Preparation.

Source voltage drop.

Diagnosis

(Normal)

DTC (Normal)

YES

DTC


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe squib circuit consists of the center airbag sensor assembly, spiral cable and the steering wheelpad (squib). It causes the SRS to deploy when the SRS deployment conditions are satisfied.The front airbag sensor detects the deceleration force in a frontal collision and is located in thefront fender on the left and right sides.For details of the function of each component, see FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS on page RS-8 .Diagnostic trouble code 11 is recorded when occurrence of ground short is detected in the squibcircuit or front airbag sensor circuit.

� Short circuit in squib wire harness (to ground).� Squib malfunction.� Short circuit in front airbag sensor + S wire harness (to ground).� Front airbag sensor malfunction.� Short circuit between + S wire harness and - S wire harness of front airbag sensor.� Spiral cable malfunction.� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.

From the results of the above inspection,the malfunctioning part can now beconsidered normal. To make sure of this,use the simulation method to check.If the malfunctioning part can not bedetected by the simulation method,replace all airbag components includingthe wire harness.

� Short in Squib Circuit or front airbag sensor circuit (to ground)� Front Airbag Sensor Malfunction� Floor Sensor Malfunction

Check front airbag sensor circuit.(Measure resistance between terminals + SR,+ SL of center airbag sensor assemblyconnector and body ground.)

Check front airbag sensor circuit.(Measure resistance between terminals + SRand - SR, + SL and - SL of center airbagsensor assembly connector.)

Repair or replace harness orconnector between center airbagsensor assembly and front airbagsensor (See page RS-33 ).

Replace center airbag sensorassembly.Check center airbag sensor assembly.

DIAGNOSTIC CHART

Replace steering wheel pad.

Check squib circuit.

on next page .

on next page.

Preparation.

Check squib.

G o to step

Diagnosis

G o to step

DTC 11

DTC


Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assemblyand spiral cable.

Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assemblyand front airbag sensor (See page RS-33 ).

DIAGNOSTIC CHART (Cont’d)

Replace front airbag sensor.

Repair or replace spiral cable.

Check front airbag sensor.

Check spiral cable.


Disconnect center airbag sensor assemblyconnectors.

Measure resistance between terminals + SR and- SR, + SL and - SL of harness side connector ofcenter airbag sensor assembly.

(1) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(2) Remove steering wheel pad (See page RS-16 ).

When storing steering wheel pad, keep uppersurface of the pad facing upward.

Check front airbag sensor circuit. (Measure resistance between terminals + SRand - SR, + SL and - SL of center airbag sensor assembly connector.)

Check front airbag sensor circuit. (Measure resistance between terminals+ SR, + SL of center airbag sensor assembly connector and body ground.)

Measure resistance between terminals + SR,+ SL of harness side connector of center airbagsensor assembly and body ground.

Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assembly andfront airbag sensor (See page RS-33 ).

INSPECTION PROCEDURES

Preparation.

Preparation Check

Go to step

Resistance: 755 � - 885 �

Resistance: 1 M � or Higher


(1) Connect connectors to center airbag sensor assembly.(2) Using a service wire, connect D+ and D- on spiral cable side of connector between spiral cable and steering wheel pad.(3) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.

(1) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON and wait at least 20 seconds.(2) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1.SST 09843-18020(3) Check diagnostic trouble code.

Diagnostic trouble code 11 is not output.

Codes other than code 11 may be output at thistime, but this is not relevant to this check.

Measure resistance between D+, D- on spiralcable side of connector between spiral cable andsteering wheel pad and body ground.

Check center airbag sensor assembly.

Replace center airbag sensor assembly.


Go to step



(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Connect steering wheel pad (squib) connector.(4) Connector negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.

(1) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON, and wait at least 20 seconds.(2) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1.SST 09843-18020(3) Check diagnostic trouble code.



From the results of the above inspection, the malfunctioning part can now be considered normal.To make sure of this, use the simulation method to check. If the malfunctioning part can not be detected by thesimulation method, replace all airbag components including the wire harness.

Repair or replace harness or connector between center airbag sensor assembly and frontairbag sensor (See page RS-33 ).

� Do not touch ohmmeter probes strongly against terminals of front airbag sensor.� Make sure the front airbag sensor connector is properly connected.

Disconnect front airbag sensor connector.

Measure resistance between each terminal offront airbag sensor.




Check squib.

ResistanceTerminal

1 M� or Higher

755 � - 885 �

Below 1�(+)S - (+)A

(+)S - (-)S

(-)S - (-)A


Disconnect connector between center airbagsensor assembly and spiral cable.

Measure resistance between D+, D- on spiralcable side of connector between spiral cable andsteering wheel pad and body ground.


Repair or replace harness or connector between center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.


Check spiral cable.


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe squib circuit consists of the center airbag sensor assembly, spiral cable and the steering wheelpad (squib). It causes the SRS to deploy when the SRS deployment conditions are satisfied.The front airbag sensor detects the deceleration force in a frontal collision and is located in thefront fender on the left and right sides.For details of the function of each component, see FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS on page RS-8 .Diagnostic trouble code 12 is recorded when a B+ short detected in the squib circuit or the frontairbag sensor circuit.

� Short circuit in squib wire harness (to B + ).� Squib malfunction.� Short circuit in front airbag sensor + S wire harness (to B+).� Open circuit in RH and LH front airbag sensor harness.� Spiral cable malfunction.� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.

� Short in Squib Circuit (to B +)� Open in Front Airbag Sensor Circuits

Diagnosis

DTC 12

DTC

12


From the results of the above inspection,the malfunctioning part can now beconsidered normal. To make sure of this,use the simulation method to check.

Check front airbag sensor circuit.(Measure resistance between terminals + SRand - SR, + SL and - SL of center airbagsensor assembly connector.)

Check front airbag sensor circuit.(Measure voltage between terminal + SR or+ SL of center airbag sensor assemblyconnector and body ground.)

Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assembly andspiral cable.

Repair replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensorassembly and front airbag sensor.(See page RS-33 )

Replace center airbag sensorassembly.


Go to Code 15 (See page RS-75 ).



DIAGNOSTIC CHART


Check spiral cable.

Check squib.

Preparation.

Go to step


(1) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery.(2) Turn ignition switch ON.

Measure voltage between terminals + SR or+ SL of harness side connector of center airbagsensor assembly and body ground.

Voltage: 0 V




Check front airbag sensor circuit. (Measure resistance between terminals + SRand - SR, + SL and - SL of center airbag sensor assembly connector.)

Check front airbag sensor circuit. (Measure voltage between terminal + SR or+ SL of center airbag sensor assembly connector and body ground.)


Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assembly andfront airbag sensor (See page RS-33 ).



Go to code 15 (See page RS-75 ).

Preparation.

Preparation Check


(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect negative (-) terminal cable from battery.(3) Connect connectors to center airbag sensor assembly.(4) Using a service wire, connect D+ and D- on spiral cable side of connector between spiral cable and steering wheel pad.(5) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.

(1) Turn ignition switch ACC or On, and Wait at least 20 seconds.(2) Using SST, connect terminals Tc an E1 of DLC1.SST 09843-18020(3) Check diagnostic trouble code.



Measure voltage at D+ on spiral cable side ofconnector between spiral cable and steeringwheel pad.

Voltage: 0 V




Go to step;.

7


(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Connect steering wheel pad (squib) connector.(4) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.




(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect connector between center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.(3) Turn ignition switch ON.

Measure voltage at D+ on spiral cable side ofconnector between spiral cable and steeringwheel pad.

Voltage: 0 V

From the results of the above inspection, the malfunctioning part can now be considered normal. To make sure of this, use the simulation method to check.

Repair or replace harness or connector between center airbag sensor assembly and spiralcable.



Check spiral cable.

Check squib.


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe squib circuit consists of the center airbag sensor assembly, spiral cable and the steering wheelpad (squib). It causes the SRS to deploy when the SRS deployment conditions are satisfied.For details of the function of each component, see FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS on page RS-8 .Diagnostic trouble code 13 is recorded when a short is detected in the D+ wire harness andD- wire harness of the squib circuit.

� Short circuit between D+ wire harness and D- wire harness of squib.� Squib malfunction.� Spiral cable malfunction.� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.

Short in Squib Circuit (Between D+ WireHarness and D- Wire Harness)

From the results of the above inspection, themalfunctioning part can now be considerednormal. To make sure of this, use thesimulation method to check.




DIAGNOSTIC CHART

Check squib circuit. on next page.

Check Squib.

Preparation.

Go to step

DiagnosisDTC

DTC 13

13



Repair or replace harness orconnector between center airbagsensor assembly and spiral cable.

Check harness between center airbag sensorassembly and spiral cable.

DIAGNOSTIC CHART (Cont’d)

Check center airbag sensor assembly. Replace center airbag sensorassembly.

Repair or replace spiral cable.Check spiral cable.


Measure resistance between D+ and D- onspiral cable side of connector between spiralcable and steering wheel pad.

Resistance: 1 k � or higher





Preparation.

Preparation

Go to step

Check


(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Connect steering wheel pad (squib) connector.(4) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery.(5) Clear malfunction code. (See page RS-45 )




(1) Using a service wire, connect D+ and D- on spiral cable side of connector between spiral cable and steering wheel pad.(2) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery.(3) Clear malfunction code. (See page RS-45 )

(1) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON, and wait at least 20 seconds.(2) Disconnect service wire.(3) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1.SST 09843-18020(4) Check diagnostic trouble code.






Check squib.


(1) Disconnect connector between center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.(2) Release airbag activation prevention mechanism on center airbag sensor assembly side of spiral cable connector. (See page RS-69 )


Resistance: 1 M � or higher

(1) Disconnect center airbag sensor assembly connector.(2) Release airbag activation prevention mechanism on center airbag sensor assembly connector (See page RS-69 ).

Measure resistance between D+ and D- oncenter airbag sensor assembly side of connectorbetween center airbag sensor assembly andspiral cable.

Resistance: 1 M � or higher

From the results of the above inspection, the malfunctioning part can now be considered nor-mal. To make sure of this, use the simulation method to check.

Check harness between center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.

Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assemblyand spiral cable.


Check spiral cable.


Connect center airbag sensor assemblyconnector.


Resistance: 1 k � or higher





RELEASE METHOD OF AIRBAG ACTIVATION PREVENTION MECHANISMAn airbag activation prevention mechanism is built into the connector for the squib circuit of thesupplemental restraint system. When release of the airbag activation prevention mechanism isdirected in the troubleshooting procedure, as shown in the illustration of the connectors (1) and (2) below, insert paper which is the same thickness as the terminal, between the terminal and the short spring.

CAUTION:

• NEVER RELEASE the airbag activation prevention mechanism on the steering wheel pad connector.NOTICE:

• Do not release the airbag activation prevention mechanism unless specifically directed by thetroubleshooting procedure.

• If the paper inserted is too thick the terminal and short spring may be damaged, so always usepaper the same thickness as the male terminal.


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe squib circuit consists of the center airbag sensor assembly, spiral cable and the steeringwheel pad (squib). It causes the SRS to deploy when the SRS deployment conditions aresatisfied.For details of the function of each component, see FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS on page RS-8 .Diagnostic trouble code 14 is recorded when an open is detected in the squib circuit.

� Open circuit in D+ wire harness or D- wire harness of squib.� Squib malfunction.� Spiral cable malfunction.� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.

Open in Squib CircuitDTC 14

DiagnosisDTC

14


From the results of the above inspection, themalfunctioning part can now be considerednormal. To make sure of this, use thesimulation method to check.

Repair or replace harness orconnector between center airbagsensor assembly and spiral cable.

Check harness between center airbag sensorassembly and spiral cable.




DIAGNOSTIC CHART


Check spiral cable.

Preparation.

Check squib.

Go to step


(1) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(2) Remove steering wheel pad. (See page RS-16 )


Disconnect center airbag sensor assemblyconnector.


Resistance: Below 1 �



Preparation.

Preparation

Go to step

Check


Disconnector connector between center airbagsensor assembly and spiral cable.





Check harness between center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.

Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.


Check spiral cable.


(1) Connect connector to center airbag sensor assembly.(2) Connect connector between center airbag sensor assembly and spiral cable.(3) Using a service wire, connect D+ and D- on spiral cable side of connector between spiral cable and steering wheel pad.(4) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.




(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Connect steering wheel pad (squib) connector.(4) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.








Check squib.


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe front airbag sensor detects the deceleration force in a frontal collision and is located in thefront fender on the left and right sides.For details of the function of each component, see FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS on page RS-8 .Diagnostic trouble code 15 is recorded when an open is detected in the front airbag sensor circuit.NOTICE: The front airbag sensor connector is equipped with an electrical connection check mechanism forthe purpose of detecting an open in the front airbag sensor (See page RS-10 ). This mechanism isconstructed so that when the terminals of the front airbag sensor have been connected (when the connectorhousing lock is in the locked condition), the connection detection pin on the wire harness side connectswith the terminals for diagnosis use on the sensor side. If the connector is not properly connected, the diag-nosis system may detect only a malfunction code, even though the supplemental restraint system is func-tioning normally.When connecting the front airbag sensor connector, m ake sure it is connected properly. If diagnostic troublecode 15 is displayed after the front airbag sensor connector has been connected, check again that it is prop-erly connected.

� Open circuit in + S wire harness or - S wire harness of front airbag sensor.� Front airbag sensor malfunction.� Malfunction of electrical connection check mechanism of front airbag sensor.� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.

Open in Front Airbag Sensor Circuit

Diagnosis

DTC 15

DTC

15


Check front airbag sensor circuit (Measureresistance between terminals + SR and - SR,+ SL and - SL of center airbag sensorassembly connector).


Repair or replace harness orconnector between center airbagsensor assembly and front airbagsensor (See page RS-33 ).

Check harness between center airbag sensorassembly and front airbag sensor.

Replace front airbag sensor connector.(See page RS-33 )


DIAGNOSTIC CHART

Replace front airbag sensor.Check front airbag sensor.

Preparation.

Go to step






When storing steering wheel pad, keep uppersurface of pad facing upward.

Check front airbag sensor circuit (Measure resistance between terminals + SRand - SR, + SL and - SL of center airbag sensor assembly connector.).


Preparation.

Preparation

Go to step

Check


(1) Connect connectors to center airbag sensor assembly.(2) Using a service wire, connect D+ and D- on spiral cable side of connector between spiral cable and steering wheel pad.(3) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery, and wait at least 2 seconds.



Codes other that code 15 may be output at thistime, but this is not relevant to this check.


� Do not touch ohmmeter probes strongly against terminals of front airbag sensor.� Make sure the front airbag sensor connector is properly connected.

Disconnect front airbag sensor connector.

Measure resistance between each terminal offront airbag sensor.





1 M� or Higher

755 � - 885 �

(+)S - (+)A

Resistance

Below 1�

Terminal

(+)S - (-)S

(-)S - (+)A


(1) Disconnect center airbag sensor assembly connectors.(2) Using service wires, connect + SR and - SR, + SL and - SL on the wire harness side of the center airbag sensor assembly connectors.

Measure resistance between terminals + SR and- SR, + SL and - SL of harness side connector offront airbag sensor.


Check harness between center airbag sensor assembly and front airbag sensor.

� Lightly touch ohmmeter probes at position shown in illustration.� Make sure the front airbag sensor connector is properly connected.

Repair or replace harness or connectorbetween center airbag sensor assembly and frontairbag sensor (See page RS-33 ).

Replace front airbag sensor connector (See page RS-33 ).


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe SRS warning light is located on the combination meter.When the supplemental restraint system is normal, the SRS warning light lights up for approx. 6seconds after the ignition switch is turned from LOCK position to ACC or ON position, and thenturns off automatically.If there is a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system, the SRS warning light lights up toinform the driver of the abnormality.When terminals Tc and E1 of the DLC1 are connected, the diagnostic trouble code is displayed bythe blinking of the SRS warning light.The SRS warning light circuit is equipped with an electrical connection check mechanism whichdetects when the connector to the center airbag sensor assembly is not properly connected.If the connector to the center airbag sensor assembly is not properly connected, the SRS warninglight will not light up.Diagnostic trouble code 22 is recorded when a malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system.If an OPEN malfunction occurs in the SRS warning light system, the SRS warning light does notlight up, so that until the malfunction is repaired, the diagnostic trouble codes (including code 22)cannot be confirmed.

SRS Warning Light System Malfunction

� Open circuit in SRS warning light system.� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.

Diagnosis

DTC 22

DTC

22


DIAGNOSTIC CHARTTroubleshooting for this system is different for when the SRS warning light does not light up andfor when diagnostic trouble code 22 is output. Confirm the problem symptoms first before selectingthe appropriate troubleshooting procedure.HINT: If SRS warning light does not light up, perform the following troubleshooting.

Check terminal LA of center airbagsensor assembly and electricalconnection check mechanism. Ifnormal, replace center airbag sensorassembly.

From the result of the above inspection, themalfunctioning part can now be considerednormal. To make sure of this, use thesimulation method to check.

Using simulation method, reproducemalfunction symptoms.(See page RS-47 )

Check harness between ECU-B fuse and SRSwarning light.

Check connection of center airbag sensorassembly connector.

Does SRS warning light come on?

Repair SRS warning light circuit.Check SRS warning light circuit.

Is ECU-B fuse burnt out again?

Check ECU-B fuse.

Preparation.

G o to step

Repair.

YES

YES


DIAGNOSTIC CHARTHINT: If diagnostic trouble code 22 is output, perform the following troubleshooting:

Using simulation method, reproducemalfunction symptoms.(See page RS-47 )

Is diagnostic trouble code 22 output again?


YES


Remove ECU-B fuse.

Check continuity of ECU-B fuse.

Continuity

� Fuse may be burnt out even if it appears to be OK during visual inspection.� If fuse is OK, install it.

HINT: If SRS warning light does not light up, perform the following troubleshooting:


Check connection of center airbag sensor assembly connector.

When storing steering wheel pad, keep uppersurface of pad facing upward.


Preparation.

Check ECU-B fuse.

Go to step

Repair.

CheckPreparation


(1) Disconnect center airbag sensor assembly connector.(2) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery.(3) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON.

Measure voltage LA terminal of harness sideconnector of center airbag sensor assembly.

Voltage: Battery positive voltage

(1) Disconnect negative (-) terminal cable from battery.(2) Connect center airbag sensor assembly connector.(3) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery.(4) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON.

Check operation of SRS warning light.


Check terminal LA of center airbag sensorassembly and electrical connection checkmechanism. If normal, replace center airbag sensorassembly.

Check harness between ECU-B fuse and SRS warning light.

Using simulation method, reproducemalfunction symptoms (See page RS-47 ).

Is new ECU-B fuse burnt out again?

Does SRS warning light come on?

Check SRS warning light circuit.

Repair SRS warning light circuit.

YES


Clear malfunction code.(See page RS-45 )

(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK, and wait at least 2 seconds.(2) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON, and wait at least 20 seconds.(3) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1.SST 09843-18020(4) Check diagnostic trouble code.

HINT: If diagnostic trouble code 22 is output, perform the following troubleshooting:




YES


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe center airbag sensor assembly consists of a center a airbag sensor, safing sensors, ignitioncontrol and drive circuit, diagnosis circuit, etc.It receives signals from the airbag sensors, judges whether or not the SRS must be activated, anddiagnosis system malfunction.Diagnostic trouble code 31 is recorded when occurrence of a malfunction in the center airbag sensorassembly is detected.

DIAGNOSTIC CHARTHINT: When a malfunction code other than code 31 is displayed at the same time, first repairthe malfunction indicated by the malfunction code other than code 31.


Center Airbag Sensor Assembly Malfunction


� Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction.


YES

Diagnosis

DTC 31

DTC

31


Clear malfunction code.(See page RS-33 )

(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK, and wait at least 20 seconds.(2) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON, and wait at least 20 seconds.(3) Repeat operation in step (1) and (2) at least 5 times.(4) Using SST, connect terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1.SST 09843-18020(5) Check diagnostic trouble code.

INSPECTION PROCEDURESHINT: When a malfunction code other than code 31 is displayed at the same time, first repair themalfunction indicated by the malfunction code other than code 31.




YES

CheckPreparation


CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONThe SRS warning light is located on the combination meter.When the supplemental restraint system is normal, the SRS warning light lights up for approx. 6seconds after the ignition switch is turned from LOCK position to ACC or ON position, and thenturns off automatically.If there is a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system, the SRS warning light lights up toinform the driver of the abnormality.When terminals Tc and E1 of the DLC1 are connected, the diagnostic trouble code is displayed bythe blinking of the SRS warning light.

DIAGNOSTIC CHARTHINT: If the SRS warning light is always lit up by a DTC check procedure, perform Tc terminalcircuit check procedure (See page RS-90 ).

SRS Warning Light System (Always lit up when ignition switch isLOCK position)

Check SRS warning light circuit orterminal AB circuit of DLC1.


Does SRS warning light turn off?

YES


(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Disconnect center airbag sensor assembly connector.(4) Connect negative (-) terminal cable to battery.


Check SRS warning light circuit or termi-nal AB circuit of DLC1.

Does SRS warning light turn off?


INSPECTION PROCEDURESPreparation

YES

Check


DIAGNOSTIC CHARTTroubleshooting for this system is different depending on whether the diagnostic trouble is notdisplayed, SRS warning light is always lit up with a DTC check procedure or the diagnostic troublecode is displayed without a DTC check procedure. Confirm the problem symptoms first beforeselecting the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.

HINT: If the diagnostic trouble code is not displayed or SRS warning light is always lit up with aDTC check procedure, perform the following troubleshooting:

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONBy connecting terminals Tc and E1 of the DLC1, the center airbag sensor assembly is set in thediagnostic trouble code output mode. The diagnostic trouble codes are displayed by the blinking ofthe SRS warning light.

HINT: If the diagnostic trouble code is displayed without a DTC check procedure, perform thefollowing troubleshooting:

Check resistance between terminal Tc ofcenter airbag sensor assembly and bodyground.

Check harness between terminal E1 ofDLC1 and body ground.

Check voltage between terminals Tc of DLC1and body ground.

Check voltage between terminals Tc and E1 ofDLC 1.

Check harness between center airbagsensor assembly and DLC1.

Check SRS warning light system (See page RS-80 ).

Tc Terminal Circuit



Repair or replace harness or connector.


Does SRS warning light light up?

Go to step

YES



HINT: If the diagnostic trouble code is not displayed, perform the following troubleshooting:

Turn ignition switch ACC or ON.

Measure voltage between terminals Tc and E1of DLC1.

Voltage: Battery positive voltage

Check operation of SRS warning light afterignition switch turned from LOCK position toACC or ON position.

Does SRS warning light light up for approx. 6 seconds?

Check voltage between terminals Tc and E 1 of DLC1.

Check SRS warning light system.(See page RS-88 )

Go to step

YES

CheckPreparation


(1) Turn ignition switch to lock.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Disconnect center airbag sensor assembly connector.(4) Insert test probe into terminal Tc from back side as shown.(5) Connect center airbag sensor assembly connector with check pin.(6) Connect battery negative (-) terminal cable.(7) Turn ignition switch ACC or ON and wait at least 20 seconds.(8) Using service wire, connect test probe of terminal Tc to body ground.


SRS warning light comes on.

NOTICE: Never make a mistake with theterminal connection position as this will cause a malfunction.

Measure voltage between terminals Tc of DLC1and body ground.Voltage: Battery positive voltage

Check voltage between terminals Tc of DLC1 and body ground.

Check harness between center airbag sen-sor assembly and DLC1.

Check harness between terminal E 1 ofDLC1 and body ground.




(1) Turn ignition switch LOCK.(2) Disconnect battery negative (-) terminal cable, and wait at least 90 seconds.(3) Disconnect center airbag sensor assembly connector.

Check resistance between terminal Tc of centerairbag sensor assembly connector and bodyground.


HINT: If the diagnostic trouble code is displayed without a DTC check procedure, perform the followingtroubleshooting.

Check resistance between terminal Tc of center airbag sensor assembly and body ground.

Repair or replace harness or connector.



SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSERVICE DATA

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Center airbag sensor assembly

FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR

Steering wheel pad

Front airbag sensor

1 M� or Higher

Part tightened

Steering wheel

Less than 1 �

755 - 885 �

(+)S - (+)A

78 in.-lbf

kgf-cm ft-lbf

310

360

200

8.8

N-m

(+)S - (-)S(-)S - (-)A

-SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSRS-94

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Supplemental restraint system