Air Bag: Service Precautions

Air Bag Module Inspection
- Inspecting the air bag module using an ohmmeter can deploy the air bag module, which can cause serious injury. Do not use an ohmmeter to inspect the air bag module.

Air Bag Module Handling




- A live (undeployed) air bag module may accidentally deploy when it is handled and cause serious injury. When carrying a live (undeployed) air bag module, point the front surface away from your body to lessen the chance of injury in case it deploys.




- A live (undeployed) air bag module placed face down on a surface is dangerous. If the air bag module deploys, the motion of the module can cause serious injury. Always face the front surface up to reduce the motion of the module in case it accidentally deploys.

Side Air Bag Module Handling
- When the side air bag module deploys due to a collision, the interior of the seat back (pad, frame, etc.) may become damaged. If the seat back is reused and the side air bag module does not deploy properly, a serious accident may result. When the side air bag module deploys, always replace both the side air bag module and the seat back (pad, frame, trim) with new parts. After service, confirm that the seat operates normally and that the harness is positioned properly.

Component Handling
- Oil, grease, water, etc. on components may cause the air bag modules to fail to deploy in an accident, which may cause serious injury. Do not allow oil, grease, water, etc., on components.




- Inserting a screwdriver, etc. into the connector of an air bag module may damage the connector and cause the air bag module to deploy improperly, which may cause serious injury. Do not insert any foreign objects into the connector.

Component Reuse
- Even if an air bag module does not deploy in a collision and does not have any external signs of damage, it may have been damaged internally, which may cause improper operation. Improper operation may cause serious injury. Always self-check the undamaged air bag module to determine whether it can be reused. Testing and Inspection Diagnostic Strategies.