Disposal of Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pretensioner

- Before disposing of air bag modules and seat belt pretensioner, or vehicles equipped with such systems, deploy the systems. If such systems have already been deployed due to an accident, dispose of them as indicated in "DISPOSING OF AIR BAG MODULE AND SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER".
- When deploying the air bag module and seat belt pretensioner, always use the Special Service Tool: Deployment tool KV99106400 (Kent-Moore No. J38381).
- When deploying the air bag module and seat belt pretensioner, stand at least 5 m (16 ft) away from the deployment component.
- When deploying air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner, a fairly loud noise is made, followed by smoke being released. The smoke is not poisonous, however, be careful not to inhale smoke since it irritates the throat and can cause choking.
- Always deploy one air bag module at a time.
- Due to heat, leave air bag module unattended for more than 30 minutes after deployment. Also leave seat belt pre-tensioner for more than 10 minutes after deployment.
- Be sure to wear gloves when handling a deployed air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
- Never apply water to a deployed air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
- Wash your hands clean after finishing work.
- Place the vehicle outdoors with an open space of at least 6 m (20 ft) on all sides when deploying air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner while mounted in vehicle.
- Use a voltmeter to make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged.
- Do not dispose of the air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner undeployed.




Deployed air bag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners are very hot. Before disposing of air bag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners, wait at least 30 minutes and 10 minutes, respectively. Seal them in a plastic bag before disposal.

CAUTION:
- Never apply water to a deployed air bag module or seat belt pre-tensioner.
- Be sure to wear gloves when handling a deployed air bag module or seat belt pre-tensioner.
- No poisonous gas is produced upon air bag module or seat belt pre-tensioner deployment. However, be careful not to inhale gas since it irritates the throat and can cause choking.
- Do not attempt to disassemble air bag module or seat belt pre-tensioner.
- Air bag module or seat belt pre-tensioner cannot be reused.
- Wash your hands clean after finishing work.