Accident With or Without Inflator Module Deployment - Component Inspections
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After any collision, inspect the following components as indicated. If you detect any damage, replace the component. If you detect any damage to the mounting points or mounting hardware, repair or replace the mounting points and mounting hardware as needed.
- The steering column - Perform the steering column accident damage checking procedures. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection in Steering.
- The IP knee bolsters and mounting points - Inspect the knee bolsters for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The IP brackets, braces, etc. - Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The seat belts - Perform the seat belt operational and functional checks. Refer to Operational and Functional Checks in Seat Belts.
- The IP cross car beam - Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The IP mounting points and brackets - Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The seats and seat mounting points - Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.