Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.
32 - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
Driver Airbag
On-vehicle Inspection
1. Check the driver airbag (vehicle is not involved in a collision and airbag is not deployed).
a. Perform a diagnosis system inspection.
b. Perform visual inspection with the driver airbag on
vehicle:
ï‚· Check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the outer
surface of driver airbag and in the grooved portion.
ï‚· If any defect above is found, replace the driver
airbag with a new one.
2. Check the driver airbag (vehicle is involved in a collision but airbag is not deployed).
a. Perform a diagnosis system inspection.
b. Perform visual inspection with the driver airbag
removed from vehicle:
ï‚· Check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the outer
surface of driver airbag and in the grooved portion.
ï‚· Check wire harnesses for cuts and cracks, and if
connectors are chipped.
ï‚· Check steering wheel for deformation.
HINT:
ï‚· If the driver airbag contact plate is deformed, never
repair it. Always replace with a new one.
ï‚· There should not be any contact between driver
airbag and steering wheel, and keep an even
clearance all around when installing the new driver
airbag onto the steering wheel.
ï‚· Be sure to follow the correct procedures to remove and install driver airbag.