On-Vehicle Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
1. Perform a diagnostic system check (see DTC CHECK/CLEAR ).
2. With the front passenger airbag installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check:
  Check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the front passenger airbag surface and in the grooved portion.
  
  If any of the defects mentioned above are present, replace the front passenger airbag with a new one.
  
  CAUTION: For removal and installation of the front passenger airbag, be sure to follow the correct procedures.
  
  Fig 1: Checking Front Passenger Airbag Assembly (Vehicle Not Involved In Collision & Airbag Not Deployed)
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
CHECK FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)
1. Perform a diagnostic system check (see DTC CHECK/CLEAR ).
2. With the front passenger airbag removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check:
  - Check for cuts, cracks or discoloration on the front passenger airbag.
  - Check for cracks or other damage on the connectors.
    
    Fig 2: Checking Front Passenger Airbag Assembly (Vehicle Involved In Collision & Airbag Not Deployed) (1 Of 2)
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  - Check for deformation or cracks on the instrument panel and instrument panel reinforcement.
  If any of the defects mentioned above are present, replace the front passenger airbag with a new one.
  
  CAUTION: For removal and installation of the front passenger airbag, be sure to follow the correct procedures.
  
  Fig 3: Checking Front Passenger Airbag Assembly (Vehicle Involved In Collision & Airbag Not Deployed) (2 Of 2)
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002