Chery QQ, Service Manual

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Chery QQ Service Manual
Checking Airbag Parts after Inactivation in Accident
The airbag must be checked after any collision accident, whether it is activated or not.
Steering post must be measured for dimensions.
Check dashboard and steering post cover for crack and other damages.
Check dashboard support for deformation, bend, crack or other damages.
Check safety belts and their fixing points.
Sensor and diagnostic module (SDM)
Shift lever
Position of SDM
Warning: Operate SDM with care when maintaining. Never knock or shake SDM. Do not
connect SRS circuit before SDM is fixed onto vehicle. All SDM mounting bolts must be
tightened with care. Always make the arrow on SDM point toward forward direction of the
vehicle to ensure normal working of SRS. SDM may still work if powered before installation
onto vehicle body, but potential mistrigger of airbag and injuries may be caused.
Precautions: SDM and SDM connector may need replacement in case water enters vehicle
body due to leakage, passing through deepwater, flood or other reasons. Turn off ignition
switch and check all SDM areas including carpet. If notable new or previous water soakage is
found, clear the water and soaked parts and replace SDM and SDM connector. SRS must be
shut down before above operation. Please refer to “Disconnecting Airbag” Part in this manual.
Disassembling Procedure
1. Disconnect SRS. Please refer to “Disconnecting Airbag” part of this manual;
2. Demount the left and right decorating plates of dashboard central control panel;
3. Loosen fuse lock of SDM wire harness connector;
4. Disconnect SDM wire harness connector;
5. Remove SDM fastening bolts;
6. Take off SDM.
Assembling Procedure
1. Install SDM with arrow on SDM pointing forward direction of vehicle;
2. Fix SDM fastening bolts;
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