SRS Component Replacement Policy: Notes

The following information details the policy for replacement of SRS components; either as a result of a vehicle accident or as a result of vehicle age.

WARNING: All components of the SRS must be replaced every 15 years.

Impacts which do not deploy the airbags or pre-tensioners

Check for structural damage in the area of the impact paying particular attention to bumper armatures, longitudinals and bracketry.

Impacts which deploy the airbags or pre-tensioners

The replacement and inspection policy is dependent on the type and severity of the crash condition. The following guidelines are the minimum that should be exercised as a result of the deployment of specific SRS components.

Check for structural damage in the area of the impact paying particular attention to bumper armatures, longitudinals and bracketry.

CAUTION: The SRS DCU must be replaced after every deployment has occurred.

CAUTION: The SRS side impact sensor must be replaced after every side deployment has occurred. Only replace the side impact sensor on the deployed side.