Airbag Fasteners, Checking After A Collision
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All damaged securing pieces must be replaced, you cannot reshape components or >>make them fit<<.
The 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. Replace central tube.
- Check the glove compartment for damage. Replace the glove compartment if damaged.
With a driver airbag deployment:
- Steering wheel: Remove the steering wheel and place it with the rim on a flat surface. The entire steering wheel rim must rest on the surface. Otherwise, steering wheel should be replaced.
- Check steering wheel for smoke residue. If smoke residue is present, replace steering wheel.