RAV4 2WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
Impact Sensor: Testing and Inspection
Front Airbag Sensor
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check See: Testing and Inspection/Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes/DTC Check / Clear.
2. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG HAS NOT DEPLOYED)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check See: Testing and Inspection/Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes/DTC Check / Clear.
(b) If the front fender of the vehicle or its periphery are damaged, perform a visual check:
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Check for cracks, dents or chips in the case.
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Check for cracks, dents, chips and scratches in the connector.
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Check for peeling off of the label or damage to the serial number.
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If any of the defects mentioned above are present, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.
3. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG HAS DEPLOYED)
(a) Replace the front airbag sensor.
CAUTION: For removal and installation of the front airbag sensor, be sure to follow the correct procedures.
HINT: If the airbags have deployed, replace the front airbag sensor on the side in which the collision occurred. Replace both if necessary.