Warning:
A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed.
New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash.
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a CrashSupplemental Inflatable Restraint System Description and Operation
SIR System Overview
The supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system supplements the protection
offered by the seat belts. The SIR system contains an inflatable restraint sensing
and diagnostic module (SDM), air bags, seat belt pretensioners (anchor and retractor),
and impact sen ...
Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation
The steering wheel and column have the following 4 primary functions:
Vehicle steering
Vehicle security
Driver convenience
Driver safety
Vehicle Steering
The steering wheel is the first link between the driver and the vehicle.
The steering wheel is fastened to a steer ...
Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement
Disassembly Procedure
Remove the strut assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly
Removal and Installation.
Note: The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.
Install the strut assembly (2) in a suitable spring compressor ...