OEM 2005 Scion xA Air Bag

2005 Scion xA Air Bag Parts Q&A

• Q: What essential steps should be taken to perform a diagnostic system check on the Air Bag system after a collision on 2005 Scion xA?

  A: Vehicle owners must inspect both the Air Bag systems of the crashed and non-crashed cars through diagnostic checks immediately after a collision takes place. A visual check should be performed on the horn button assembly to detect cuts or cracks or discoloration for vehicles which did not encounter a collision. A horn button assembly must undergo evaluation for similar damage in addition to steering wheel assembly and horn button contact plate deformation in vehicles which experience a collision without Air Bag deployment. A deformed horn button contact plate requires the installer to replace the complete horn button system. The final step requires checking that the horn button assembly can be installed without touching or disturbing the steering wheel assembly. A diagnostic check combined with assembly damage assessment must be conducted on the instrument panel passenger Air Bag assembly regardless of deployment condition. When disassembling an Air Bag assembly check its harness wire and connectors for any damage because replacement is required for all deformed or cracked elements. A diagnostic check and inspection of the front pillar garnish and roof headlining must occur for curtain shield Air Bag assembly. The front seat Air Bag assembly demands inspection to detect damages which would necessitate replacement of faulty components. The SRS wire harness evaluation must detect both breaks and cracks within its integrated system and all other wiring. The diagnostic check for the Air Bag module requires replacement of its Air Bag sensor assembly center when it deploys. A detailed examination of vehicle crash-related Air Bag front and rear sensors must occur before making replacements for any detected faulty sensors. It is essential to check both the seat position Air Bag sensor and the side Air Bag sensor assembly for damage so the defective parts can be replaced. A replacement of front seat inner belt assemblies should be made when buckle switch function and resistance inspections yield results not matching specifications.