Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution-VI Workshop Manual page 311

52B-20
SRS –
Post-collision Diagnosis
REPAIR PROCEDURE
WHEN AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN A COLLISION.
1. Replace the following parts with new ones.
D
SRS-ECU (Refer to P.52B-24.)
D
Air bag module (Refer to P.52B-25.)
2. Check the following parts and replace if there are any
malfunctions.
D
Clock spring (Refer to P.52B-25.)
D
Steering wheel, steering column and intermediate
joint
(1) Check wiring harness (built into steering wheel)
(2) Install air bag module to check fit or alignment
(3) Check steering wheel for noise, binds or difficult
3. Check harnesses for binding, connectors for damage,
poor connections, and terminals for deformation.
(Refer to P.52B-18.)
WHEN AIR BAG DOES NOT DEPLOY IN LOW-SPEED
COLLISION.
Check the SRS components. If the SRS components are
showing any visible damage such as dents, cracks, or
deformation, replace them with new ones. Concerning parts
removed for inspection, replacement with new parts and
cautionary points for working, refer to appropriate INDIVIDUAL
COMPONENT SERVICE, P.52B-22.
and connectors for damage, and terminals for
deformation.
with steering wheel.
operation and excessive free play.