Toyota Corolla (E120): Precaution
Caution
: replace the faulty parts of the seat belt systems (outer belt, inner belt, bolts, nuts, adjustable shoulder anchor, tether anchor hardware, sill–bar, etc.).
Seat belt systems not in use at the time of a collision should also be inspected and replaced if found to be damaged or working improperly.
1. Running test

- Fasten the front seat belts.
- drive the vehicle at 16 km/h (10 mph) and slam on the brakes. Check that the belt locks and cannot be extended at this time.
Hint
: conduct this test in a safe area. If the belt does not lock, remove the belt assembly and perform the inspections. Also whenever installing a new belt assembly, verify the proper operation before installation.
Other materials:
Switches
Instrument panel light control dial
Automatic High Beam switch
Heated steering wheel switch*
Windshield wiper de-icer switch*
Outside rear view mirror switch
Door lock switches
Power window switches
Window lock switch
*: If equipped
Meter control switches
Paddle shift switches*1
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Inspection procedure
1 Check side air bag sensor assy lh
Sst 09843–18040
Connect the negative (–) terminal cable to the battery,
and wait at least for 2 seconds.
turn the ignition switch to on, and wait at least for 20 seconds.
clear the dtc stored in memory .
turn the ignition swi ...
Replacement
Hint:
installation is in the reverse order of the removal. But the installation is
indicated only when it has a point.
1. Remove rear door opening trim rh
2. Remove rear door opening trim lh
3. Remove rear seat cushion assembly ( or 72–8)
4. Remove rear seat back assy (fixed type rear seat) ...


