Testing of anchoring components after an accident
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All damaged securing pieces must be replaced, you cannot reshape components or make them fit.
Following components must be checked after every airbag deployment.
With a passenger airbag deployment:
- Instrument panel central tube, passenger airbag supports and passenger airbag must be installed free of tension. Central tube should be replaced.
- Check glove compartment for damage, replace if damage is present.
With a driver airbag deployment:
- Steering wheel, remove steering wheel and lay with steering wheel rim on a level surface. Otherwise, steering wheel should be replaced.
- Check steering wheel for smoke residue; replace if present.