A collision that did not result in the deployment of airbags or seat belt pretensioners
Check the condition of the load-bearing elements of the body in the impact zone. Pay special attention to the bumper frame, the condition of the side members, deformable elements and brackets.
A collision that resulted in the deployment of airbags or seat belt pretensioners
The procedure for inspecting and replacing SRS components depends on the type and severity of the collision. The instructions provided contain the minimum amount of technical intervention that should be performed as a result of the operation of certain system components.
Front airbag/seat belt pretensioner deployment (driver and front passenger)
If the front air bags and/or pretensioners have deployed as a result of a frontal, front corner or side impact, the following parts must be replaced.
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- Driver Front Airbag Module
- Front passenger airbag module (if equipped)
- SRS cables
- SRS Electronic Control Unit (DCU)
- Rotary contactor
- Front seat belt pretensioners
In addition, the following components should be checked for condition and, if a fault is detected, replaced:
- Front seat belt and locking part (fastening point, inertia reel, etc.)
- Decorative trim on the dashboard near the front passenger airbag (if the airbag is installed)
- Steering wheel (if damage is visible)
- Front seat frame and head restraints (if damage to the seat frame and head restraint cushion is found)
- Steering column - if the adjustments are out of order or there are signs of damage
- Height adjustment device for the shoulder belt loop on the BC pillars of the body (only on the 5-door model)
- Rear seat belt anchorages (retractable reels, buckle pads, body attachment points and buckle lock operation)
Rear-end car collision
If the seat belt pretensioners were deployed during a rear impact, the following components should be replaced:
- Front seat belt pretensioners
- Front and rear seat belt inertia reels deployed during impact
- SRS Electronic Control Unit (DCU)
In addition, the following components should be checked and replaced if necessary:
- Front seat frames
- Front seat belts and their buckles (inertia reels, buckles, buckle covers, body fastenings, loops)
- Shoulder belt loop height adjusters (5-door model only)
- Rear seat belt anchorages (retractable reels, buckle pads, body attachment points and buckle lock operation)
Scheduled replacement of SRS system components
The materials used for airbags and seat belt pretensioners deteriorate over time. As a result, airbags and seat belt pretensioners must be replaced periodically to ensure the safety of the people in the vehicle. Airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and the rotary contactor must be replaced at the recommended intervals.
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