Lexus NX: System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
GENERAL
(a) In the occupant classification system, the occupant detection ECU calculates the weight of the occupant based on signals from the occupant classification sensors. This system recognizes the occupant as a child if it detects a weight of less than 17 kg (37.4 lb) on the front passenger seat, and then disables the instrument panel passenger airbag, front seat cushion airbag assembly RH.
(b) This system is mainly comprised of front and rear occupant classification sensors LH that detect the load on the front passenger seat. The occupant detection ECU controls the system, and the passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator indicates the ON/OFF condition of the instrument panel passenger airbag, front seat cushion airbag assembly RH.
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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT:
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the occupant classification system.
*: Use the Techstream.
PROCEDURE 1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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Initialization
INITIALIZATION NOTICE: Make sure that the front passenger seat is not occupied before performing the operation. HINT: Perform zero point calibration and sensitivity check if any of the following cond
Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of
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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT RADIO SETTING CONDENSER (a) With the radio setting condenser installed, check that there is no looseness or other abnormalities. (b) Measure the resistance of the radio setting condenser according to the value(s) in the table below. Standard Resistance:
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT COOLING FAN MOTOR (a) Disconnect the cooling fan motor connector. (b) Check that the fan rotates smoothly by hand. (c) Check that the cooling fan motor turns smoothly when the battery is connected to the cooling fan motor connector. Click here
