Accident without Deployment Component Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The following inspections must be performed after any crash, whether the air bag has deployed or not:
- The steering column must be dimensionally inspected.
- Inspect the knee bolsters and mounting points for distortion, bending and cracking or other damages.
- Inspect the instrument panel (I/P) and steering column reinforcement plate for distortion, bending and cracking or other damage.
- Inspect the I/P braces for distortion, bending and cracking or other damage.
- Inspect the seat belt and mounting points. Refer to Seat Belt System Description and Operation .