On-Vehicle Inspection [08/2013 - ]
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lexus ES 300h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the front airbag sensors.
- INSPECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)
- Perform a diagnostic system check. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2013 - ] .
- INSPECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)
- Perform a diagnostic system check. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2013 - ] .
- Visually check the front airbag sensors for defects if the front bumper of the vehicle or the area around the bumper is damaged.
HINT:
The defects are as follows:
- Cracks on the sensor housing
- Dents on the sensor housing
- Chips on the sensor housing
- Cracks or other damage to the connector
- Damage to the serial number
OK
No defects are found.
If any defects are found, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.
- INSPECT FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag is Deployed)
- When airbags have deployed as the result of a collision, be sure to replace all front airbag sensors in the damaged areas (anywhere in need of repair).
- Visually check the front airbag sensors in undamaged areas for defects.
HINT:
The defects are as follows:
- Cracks on the sensor housing
- Dents on the sensor housing
- Chips on the sensor housing
- Cracks or other damage to the connector
- Damage to the serial number
OK
No defects are found.
If any defects are found or a front airbag sensor has detected a major collision, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.