INTRODUCTION IN-7 • Before repairing the body, remove the SRS parts if, during repair, shocks are likely to be applied to the sensors due to vibrations of the body or direct tapping with tools or other parts. • Do not expose the SRS parts directly to hot air or flames. NOTICE: 1) The maximum ambient temperature tolerance is 120˚C (248˚F) for the front airbag sensor, 105˚C (221˚F) for the center airbag sensor assembly and 93˚C (200˚F) for the steering wheel pad, and front passenger airbag assembly. If it is possible that the ambient temperature may reach or exceed the temperature limit, remove the sensors and the steering wheel pad from the vihicle or protect them with a hot insulation material before starting work. 2) Prior to welding, remove adjacent SRS parts from the vehicle or protect there with fire–proof covers. • If the front fender or periphery of the vehicle is damaged, visually inspect for damage to the front airbag sensor using the inspection procedures described in section RS of the repair manual for the relevant model year. Also check that the dimensions of the body where the front airbag sensor is installed match those in the body dimension drawings. (The airbag may malfunction, or may not work, if the mounting angle or dimensions of the sensor mount are not correct.) Front Fender Area • If the vehicle is damaged, visually inspect for damage to the steering wheel pad using the inspection procedures described in section RS of the repair manual for the relevant model year. • When removing or handling the steering wheel pad, and front passenger airbag assembly keep the pad upper surface facing upward. Also, lock the lock lever of the twin lock type connector at the rear of the pad and take care not to damage the connector. (Storing the pad or front passenger airbag assembly with its metalic surface up may lead to a serious accident if the airbag inflates for some reason.) • Store the steering wheel pad and the front passenger airbag assembly where the ambient tempera- ture remains below 93˚C (200˚F), without high humidity and away from electrical noise. • Be careful not to let painting materials contact the SRS parts. • Information labels are attached to the periphery of the SRS components. Follow the NOTICES. • Store the airbag assembly where the ambient temperature remains below 93˚C (200˚F), without high humidity and away from electrical noise.