The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system:
• Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS
unit)
• Front air bag sensors
• Air bag modules
• Side crash sensors
• Air bag/Front seat belt pretensioner system
warning light
• Front seat belt pretensioners
• Related wiring
(With Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System)
• Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator
light
• Driver seat slide position sensor
• Front passenger seat weight sensors
• Front passenger seat weight sensor control
module
• Front passenger seat belt buckle switches
The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. This begins when the ignition is switched ON and continues while the vehicle is being driven.
Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
Before DrivingRear Brake (Disc)
Purpose/Function
Large diameter, solid-disc type front brakes with a 303 mm {11.9 in} diameter
and 10 mm {0.39 in} thickness have been adopted, improving braking force and
fade resistance.
Construction
Operation
When brake fluid is applied, the piston equipped on one s ...
Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting
into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change
in tire speed could cause the tires to skid.
This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
When driv ...
Abbreviations
AAS
Active Adaptive Shift
ABS
Antilock Brake System
ABDC
After Bottom Dead Center
ACC
Accessories
AFS
Adaptive Front Lighting System
ALC
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