SRS Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment
NOTE: Before doing any SRS repairs, use the HDS SRS menu method to check for DTCs.
After a collision where the seat belt tensioners deployed, replace these items:
After a collision where the seat belt buckle tensioner deployed, replace these items:
After a collision where the front airbag(s) deployed, replace these items:
After a collision where the side airbag(s) deployed, replace these items:
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SRS unit
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Deployed side airbag(s)
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Reinforcing cloth rear hooks
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Side impact sensor(s) (first) for the side(s) that deployed
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Side impact sensor(s) (second) for the side(s) that deployed
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Seat-back cover clips
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Complete seat frame
After a collision where the side curtain airbag(s) deployed, replace these items:
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SRS unit
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Deployed side curtain airbag(s)
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Side impact sensor(s) (first) for the side(s) that deployed
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Side impact sensor(s) (second) for the side(s) that deployed
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Roof trim
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Front pillar trim
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Center pillar upper trim
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Rear pillar upper trim
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Front grab handle
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Rear grab handle
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Any related trim clips
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Sunvisor
After a moderate to severe side or rear collision, inspect for any damage on the side curtain airbag or other related components. Replace components as needed.
After a collision, where a side curtain airbag has deployed, replace all trim clips on that side, even if they appear to be undamaged. Replace the clips on these parts:
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Front pillar trim
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Center pillar upper trim
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Rear pillar upper trim
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Front grab handle
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Rear grab handle
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Sunvisor
During the repair process, inspect these areas:
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Inspect all the SRS wire harnesses. Replace, do not repair, any damaged harnesses.
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Inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel.
After the vehicle is completely repaired, turn the ignition switch ON (II). If the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off, the SRS is OK. If the indicator does not function properly, use the HDS SRS Menu Method to read the DTC, refer to the appropriate Civic 3-door Shop Manual. If you cannot retrieve a code, go to SRS Symptom Troubleshooting, refer to the appropriate Civic 3-door Shop Manual.