Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001EDVL
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [11/2018 - 08/2020]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: SRS SEAT CUSHION AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION; 2019 - 2020 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 08/2020]

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the front seat cushion airbag assembly.

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT FRONT SEAT CUSHION AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

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(b) Visually check for defects with the front seat cushion airbag assembly installed to the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Scratches, broken or frayed threads on the surface of the front seat cushion assembly around the front seat cushion airbag assembly
  • Small cracks on the front seat cushion assembly around the front seat cushion airbag assembly
  • Significant discoloration on the front seat cushion assembly around the front seat cushion airbag assembly

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the front seat cushion pad and front seat cushion cover with a new one.

2. INSPECT FRONT SEAT CUSHION AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

Click here 2019 - 2020 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [11/2018 - 08/2020]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM (w/ Occupant Classification System): DTC CHECK / CLEAR

(b) Visually check for defects with the front seat cushion airbag assembly removed from the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Scratches, broken or frayed threads on the surface of the base fabric of the front seat cushion airbag assembly
  • Marks from being dropped
  • Deformation of the installation surface of the front seat cushion airbag assembly
  • Cracks or other damage to the wire harness or connector

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the front seat cushion airbag assembly with a new one.