Air Bag Manual Deployment Out of Vehicle

WARNING:
- Only use the LAND ROVER approved deployment equipment.
- Deploy airbag module in a well ventilated designated area.
- Be sure airbag module is not damaged or ruptured before deploying.

NOTE: These guidelines are written to aid authorized personnel to carry out the safe disposal of the airbag module when fitted to the vehicle.

1. Carry out deployment tool self test. Deployment Tool Self Test
2. Remove airbag module from steering wheel.





3. Position tool SMD 4082/2 in vice, ensuring that vice jaws grip tool above bottom flange to prevent possibility of tool being forced upwards from vice. Tighten vice.

WARNING: Ensure tool SMD 4082/1 is not connected to battery.





4. Secure airbag module to tool SMD 4082/2. Ensure module is correctly secured using both fasteners.
5. Ensure airbag module mounting brackets are secure.





6. Connect adaptor lead SMD 4082/4 to airbag module.
7. Connect adaptor lead SMD 4082/4 to tool SMD 408211.

WARNING: Do not lean over module whilst connecting.

8. Connect tool SMD 4082/1 to battery.

WARNING: Ensure all personnel are standing at least 15 meters away from module.





9. Press both operating buttons to deploy airbag module.
10. DO NOT return to airbag module for 30 minutes.
11. Using gloves and face mask, remove airbag module from tool, place airbag module in plastic bag and seal bag.
12. Wipe down tool with damp cloth.
13. Transport deployed airbag module to designated area for incineration.

NOTE: DO NOT transport airbag module in the vehicle passenger compartment.

14. Scrap all remaining parts of airbag system. DO NOT re-use or salvage any parts of the airbag system including steering wheel or steering column.