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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2003MATRIX XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSRELAYS AND MODULES - RESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE)SECTION Service and Repair
Airbag Sensor Assy Components:
REPLACEMENT
1. PRECAUTION
2. SEPARATE BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSY CENTER
4. REMOVE HEATER CONTROL KNOB
5. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL
6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX
7. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL LOWER CENTER
8. REMOVE AIR BAG SENSOR ASSY CENTER
a. Disconnect the airbag sensor connectors.
NOTE: Remove the connector with the sensor assy installed.
b. Remove the 3 bolts and the airbag sensor assy center.
9. INSPECT AIR BAG SENSOR ASSY CENTER
10. INSTALL AIR BAG SENSOR ASSY CENTER
a. Check that the ignition switch turn OFF.
b. Check that the battery negative (-) terminal is disconnected.
NOTE: Do not start the operation for 90 seconds after removing the terminal.
c. Temporarily install the air bag sensor assy center with the 3 bolts.
d. Tighten the 3 bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 17.5 N.m (178 kgf.cm, 13 ft.lbf)
e. Connect the connectors to the air bag sensor assy center.
f. Check that no play is identified.
g. Check that the water-proof sheet is properly set.
11. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.