4 Runner Limited 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
NOTICE:
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Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU and various computers unless absolutely necessary. (If the IC terminals are touched, the IC may be
destroyed by static electricity.)
1. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
a. Upper console panel
b. Rear console box
c. Console panel garnish
d. Ash receptacle box
e. Heater control panel
f.
Center cluster finish panel
Remove Airbag Sensor Assembly
2. REMOVE AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
a. Disconnect the connector.
NOTICE: Remove the connector with the sensor assembly installed.
b. Using a torx wrench remove the 3 screws and the airbag sensor assembly.
Torx wrench: T40 (Part No. 09042-00020 or locally manufactured tool)
INSTALLATION
NOTICE:
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Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace with new parts.
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Never reuse the airbag sensor assembly involved in a collision when the airbag has deployed.
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Never repair a sensor in order to reuse it.
Install Airbag Sensor Assembly
1. INSTALL AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY
a. Using a torx wrench, install the airbag sensor assembly with the 3 screws.
Torx wrench: T40 (Part No. 09042-00020 or locally manufactured tool)
Torque: 21 N.m (210 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf)
b. Connect the connector.
NOTICE:
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Installation of the connector is done with the sensor assembly installed.
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Make sure the sensor assembly is installed to the specified torque.
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If the sensor assembly has been dropped, or there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace the sensor
assembly with a new one.