TL V6-3.2L (2004)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Side Curtain Airbag Replacement
Side Curtain Airbag Replacement
Removal
NOTE:
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Review the interior trim replacement procedure in the body section before performing repair or service.
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Removal of the side curtain airbag must be performed according to the precautions/procedures described at the beginning of the SRS section.
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The side curtain airbag system consists of the side curtain airbag module, including the roof trim end front grab handle. When the side curtain airbag
has been deployed, these parts should be replaced.
Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment
NOTE: Before doing any SRS repairs, use the HDS SRS Menu Method to check for DTCs; refer to the DTC Troubleshooting Index for the less
obvious deployed parts (seat belt tensioners, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, etc.).
After a collision where the seat belt tensioners deployed, replace these items:
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SRS unit
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Seat belt tensioners
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Front impact sensors
After a collision where the front airbag(s) deployed, replace these items:
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SRS unit
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Deployed airbag(s)
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Seat belt tensioners
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Front impact sensors
After a collision where the side airbag(s) deployed, replace these items:
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SRS unit
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Deployed side airbag(s)
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Side impact sensor(s) (first) for the side(s) that deployed
After a collision where the side curtain airbag(s) deployed, replace these items
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SRS unit
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Deployed side curtain airbag(s)
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Side impact sensor(s) (first) for the side(s) that deployed
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Side impact sensor(s) (second) for the side(s) that deployed
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Roof trim
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B-pillar upper trim
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Front grab handle
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Any related trim clips
Replace the clips on these parts even if they look undamaged:
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A-pillar trim
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B-pillar trim
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C-pillar trim
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Front grab handle
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Sunvisor
After a moderate to severe side or rear collision, inspect for any damage on the side curtain airbag or other related components. According to the degree
of damage, replace components as needed.
After a collision, where aside curtain airbag has deployed, replace all trim clips on that side, even if they appear to be undamaged.
During the repair process, inspect these areas:
Inspect all the SRS wire harnesses. Replace, do not repair, any damaged harnesses.
Inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel.
