Precaution For Supplemental Restraint System (Airbag) - Subaru SVX 1992 Manual

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2 . Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (Airbag)
The Supplemental Restraint System (Airbag) has been
implemented in all Subaru SVX models . For proper and
safe maintenance of this system, please ensure that you
carefully read the precautionary notes given in "5-5
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM" in the Service
Manual before servicing .
It should also be noted that in the SM table of contents,
an AIRBAG mark is added to each of the items which
do not directly concern the airbag system but need to
be considered in their relationship to it . So, during the
service work for such items, make sure you refer to "5-5
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM" .
a. Take utmost care to follow faithfully the service
procedures specified for the airbag, since otherwise it
might deploy unexpectedly .
b. With the airbag system, failures such as faulty
connection of harness connectors or neglect of tight-
ening sensor mounting bolts can lead to failure of
deployment in an accident .
Recheck each check point after maintenance work and
use the on-board self-diagnosis to ensure there is
nothing wrong with the system .
c. All wire harnesses of the airbag system are encased
in a yellow cover to make them distinct from those of
other systems.
The following are the parts involved in the airbag
installation :
1) Steering wheel
2) Steering column
3) Toe-board (center, left Et right ends)
4) Front seat floor and side seal
5) Inside left and right front fenders
6) Front pillar (left, lower)
7) Combination meter
Care should be taken when servicing in areas where the
above parts are installed since it can affect the airbag
system .
Examples of service work involving the airbag sys-
tem :
1) Replacement of steering gear
2) Steering maintenance and repair of the area adjoin-
ing toe-board
3) Removal and installation of combination meter
4) Installation of car stereo and other optional extras
5) Sheet metal repair paint work on the body front
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