Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001QI33
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [08/2020 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION; 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly.

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

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(b) Visually check for defects with the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly installed to the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Cuts
  • Small cracks
  • Significant discoloration

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly with a new one.

2. INSPECT LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

Click here 2021 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [08/2020 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR

(b) Visually check for defects with the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly removed from the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Cuts
  • Small cracks
  • Significant discoloration
  • Cracks or other damage to the connector
  • Deformation or cracks on the lower instrument panel mounting bracket or instrument panel reinforcement assembly

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the lower No. 1 instrument panel airbag assembly, lower instrument panel mounting bracket or instrument panel reinforcement assembly with a new one.