Last Modified: 4-30-2014 6.6 G Doc ID: RM0000010JL002X
Model Year: 2006 Model: LX470 Prod Date Range: [05/2005 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION; 2006 MY LX470 [05/2005 -        ]

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check 2006 MY LX470 [05/2005 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: AIRBAG SYSTEM: CHECK MODE PROCEDURE .

2. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check 2006 MY LX470 [05/2005 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: AIRBAG SYSTEM: CHECK MODE PROCEDURE .

(b) If the front fender of the vehicle or its periphery are damaged, perform a visual check:

  • Check for cracks, dents or chips in the case.
  • Check for cracks, dents, chips and scratches in the connector.
  • Check for peeling of the label or damage on the serial number.
  • If any of the defects mentioned above are present, replace the front airbag sensor with a new one.

3. CHECK FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG DEPLOYED)

(a) Replace the front airbag sensor.

CAUTION:

For removal and installation of the front airbag sensor, be sure to follow the correct procedures.

HINT:

If the airbags have deployed, replace the front airbag sensor on the side in which the collision occurred. Replace both if necessary.