Driver's Airbag Module

These guidelines are written to aid authorized personnel to carry out the safe disposal of airbag modules when removed from the vehicle.

WARNING: Only use Land Rover approved deployment equipment. Deploy airbag modules in a well ventilated, designated area.

1. Carry out deployment tool self test.
2. Remove airbag module from steering wheel. Remove and Refit




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.




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





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

6. Connect flylead SMD 4082/4 to airbag module.
7. Connect flylead SMD 4082/4 to tool SMD 4082/1.

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

WARNING: DO NOT transport airbag module in the vehicle passenger compartment