Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001QI3I
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [08/2020 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Manual Seat): 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 front seat airbag assemblies.

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT FRONT SEAT 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 front seat airbag assemblies installed to the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Scratches, broken or frayed threads on the surface of the front seatback assembly around the front seat airbag assemblies
  • Small cracks on the front seatback assembly around the front seat airbag assemblies
  • Significant discoloration on the front seatback assembly around the front seat airbag assemblies

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the front seatback pad with cover with a new one.

2. INSPECT FRONT SEAT 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 front seat airbag assemblies removed from the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Scratches, broken or frayed threads on the surface of the base fabric of the front seat airbag assemblies
  • Marks from being dropped
  • Deformation of the installation surface of the front seat airbag assemblies
  • Cracks or other damage to the wire harness or connector

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the front seat airbag assembly with a new one.