Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001QI3W
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [08/2020 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: CENTER AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION; 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the airbag ECU assembly.

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT AIRBAG ECU ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

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

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

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(b) Visually check for defects with the airbag ECU assembly installed to the vehicle.

(1) The defects are as follows:

  • Cracks on the ECU housing
  • Dents on the ECU housing
  • Chips on the ECU housing
  • Cracks or other damage to the connector
  • Peeling of the label

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the airbag ECU assembly with a new one.

3. INSPECT AIR BAG ECU ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag is Deployed)

(a) Replace the airbag ECU assembly.

HINT:

The airbag ECU assembly should be replaced after any of the SRS parts has deployed as it has been subjected to an impact.