Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Curtain Shield Airbag Assembly








SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Check Mode Procedure.





(b) With the curtain shield airbag installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If any of the defects mentioned below are present, replace the curtain shield airbag with a new one:
Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the curtain shield airbag.
CAUTION: For removal and installation of the curtain shield airbag assembly, be sure to follow the correct procedures.





2. CHECK CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Check Mode Procedure.
(b) With the curtain shield airbag removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the curtain shield airbag with a new one:
- Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the curtain shield airbag.
- Cracks or other damage to the connectors.
CAUTION: For removal and installation of the curtain shield airbag assembly, be sure to follow the correct procedures.