Tacoma S-Runner 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision: Service and Repair
Air Bag System
REPAIRS AND INSPECTIONS REQUIRED AFTER A COLLISION
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
Vehicle not involved in collision
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the front passenger airbag assembly installed in the vehicle.
Check for cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration of the front passenger airbag door.
Vehicle involved in collision and airbag is not deployed
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the front passenger airbag assembly removed from the vehicle.
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Check for cuts and cracks in, or marked discoloration of the front passenger airbag door.
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Check for cuts and cracks in wire harnesses, and for chipping in connectors.
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Check for deformation of the instrument panel and instrument panel reinforcement.
HINT:
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If the instrument panel or instrument panel reinforcement is deformed, never repair it. Always replace it with a new one.