High Strength Steel (HSS)
High strength steel is used for body panels in order to reduce vehicle weight.
Accordingly, precautions in repairing automotive bodies made of high strength steel are described below:
Read the following precautions when repairing HSS:
When heating is unavoidable, do not heat HSS parts above 550C (1,022F).
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer.
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are appropriate.)
Instead, use a saw to avoid weakening surrounding areas due to heat. If gas (torch) cutting is unavoidable, allow a minimum margin of 50 mm (1.97 in).
If spot welding is impossible, use MIG. welding. Do not use gas (torch) for welding because it is inferior in welding strength.
Therefore, when cutting spot welds on a HSS panel, use a low speed high torque drill (1,000 to 1,200 rpm) to increase drill bit durability and facilitate the operation.
Always note the following when spot welding HSS:
Diagnosis system (IPDM E/R)
Diagnosis Description
AUTO ACTIVE TEST
Description
In auto active test mode, the IPDM E/R sends a drive signal to the following
systems to check their operation.
Oil pressure warning lamp
Front wiper (LO, HI)
Parking lamps
Side marker lamps
License plate lamps
Tail lamps
Front f ...
Multifunction switch
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-10, "Exploded View".
Remove the four multifunction switch screws (A) and remove the
multifunction switch (2) from cluster lid D (1).
: Metal clip
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of r ...
Side air bag (satellite) sensor
Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
Before servicing, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both
battery terminals and wait at least 3 minutes.
Do not use air tools or electric tools for servicing.
Replace the satellite sensor of deployed SRS front side air
bag and deployed SRS side ...