## SRS

#### Precautions and Procedures (cont'd)

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SRS Unit, Front Sensors and Side Impact Sensors

- Be careful not to bump or impact the SRS unit, front sensors or the side impact sensors whenever the ignition switch is ON (II), or at least for 3 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
- During installation or replacement, be careful not to bump (by impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area around the SRS unit, front sensors and the side impact sensor. The airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injury.

- After a collision in which the airbags were deployed, replace the SRS unit and front sensors. After a collision in which the side airbag was deployed, replace the side impact sensor on the side where the side airbag deployed and the SRS unit. After a collision in which the airbags or the side airbags did not deploy, inspect for any damage or any deformation on the SRS unit, front sensors and the side impact sensors. If there is any damage, replace the SRS unit and/or the side impact sensors.

- Do not disassemble the SRS unit or the side impact sensors.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning installation or replacement of the SRS unit, or disconnecting the connectors from the SRS unit.
- Be sure the SRS unit and side impact sensors are installed securely with the mounting bolts torqued to 9.8 Nm (1.0 kgf/m, 7.2 lbf/ft)
- Do not spill water or oil on the SRS unit or the side impact sensors and keep them away from dust.
- Store the SRS unit and the side impact sensors in a cool (less than 104oF/40oC) and dry (less than 80 % relative humidity, no moisture) area.