RAV4 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE) (2004)
Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision: Service and Repair
Air Bag System
REPAIRS AND INSPECTIONS REQUIRED AFTER A COLLISION
CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
INSPECTION
1. Vehicles not involved in collision:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(a) Check the diagnostic system (see Air Bag Systems; Testing and Inspection).
(b) Visually check the following items with the curtain shield airbag assembly installed in the vehicle.
Check for cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the roof side inner garnish and roof headlining.
2. Vehicle involved in a collision and airbag not deployed:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(a) Check the diagnostic system (see Air Bag Systems; Testing and Inspection).
(b) Visually check the following items with the curtain shield airbag assembly removed from the vehicle.
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Check for cuts, tears and cracks or marked discoloration on the curtain shield airbag assembly.
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Check for cuts and cracks in the wire harness, and chips in the connectors.
CAUTION: For removal and installation of the curtain shield airbag assembly, be sure to follow the correct procedure.
3. Vehicle involved in a collision and airbag is deployed:
INSPECT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(a) Check the diagnostic system (see Air Bag Systems; Testing and Inspection).
(b) Visually check the following items with the curtain shield airbag assembly removed from the vehicle.
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Check for the deformation or cracks on the body where the curtain shield airbag was installed.
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Check for damage to the connector and wire harness.
HINT: If the body where the curtain shield airbag was installed is deformed or cracked, replace it.