Deployment Inside Vehicle
WARNING:Failure to follow proper air bag (inflator) module disposal procedures can result In air bag deployment which may cause personal injury. Undeployed air bag (inflator) module must not be disposed of through normal refuse channels.
The undeployed air bag (inflator) module contain substances that can cause severe illness or personal injury if the sealed container is damaged during disposal.
Do not dispose of the live (undeployed) air bag (inflator) modules.
The method employed depends upon the final disposition of the particular vehicle, as noted in DEPLOYMENT OUTSIDE VEHICLE and DEPLOYMENT INSIDE VEHICLE in this section.
Deployment Outside Vehicle: disposing of the air bag (inflator) module(s) only (i.e., the vehicle itself will be used again).
Deployment Inside Vehicle: scrapping the entire vehicle including the air bag (inflator) module(s).
Use this procedure when scrapping the entire vehicle including the driver and passenger air bag (inflator) modules.
CAUTION: When vehicle itself will be used again, deploy the air bag outside vehicle according to DEPLOYMENT OUTSIDE VEHICLE, for deploying it inside will cause the Instrument panel, glove box and their vicinity to be deformed.
Failure to observe this CAUTION may require unneeded vehicle inspection and repair.
WARNING:
Following precautions must be observed for this work. Failure to observe any of them may result in personal injury.
To avoid an accidental deployment, this work should be performed by no more than one person.
The procedure should be followed strictly as described here.
Be sure to read SERVICE PRECAUTIONS for the air bag (inflator) module beforehand.
Never connect deployment harness to any power source before connecting deployment harness to the air bag (inflator) module. Deployment harness shall remain shorted and not be connected to a power source until the air bag is to be deployed.
The air bag (inflator) module will immediately deploy the air bag when a power source is connected to it. Wear safety glasses throughout this entire deployment and disposal procedure.
Wear suitable ear protection when deploying air bag. Also, advise those who are in the area close to deployment site to wear suitable ear protection.
Do not deploy driver and passenger air bag (inflator) modules at the same time.
1. Turn ignition switch to "LOCK", remove key and put on safety glasses.
2. Remove all loose objects from front seats and instrument panel.
3. Remove glove box from instrument panel and disconnect passenger air bag (inflator) module connector (Yellow connector).
- Release locking of lock lever.
- After unlocked, disconnect to connector.
4. Confirm that each air bag (inflator) module is securely mounted.
5. Check that there is no open/short or damage in special tool (deployment harness). If any faulty condition is found, do not use it and be sure to use new deployment harness.
Special Tool (A): 09932-75030
6. Short the two deployment harness leads together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
WARNING: Deployment wires shall remain shorted and not be connected to a power source until the air bag is to be deployed.
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7. Connect deployment harness connector to air bag (inflator) module (driver or passenger) and lock connector with lock lever.
Special Tool (A): 09932-75030
8. Route deployment harness out the vehicle.
9. Verify that the inside of the vehicle and the area surrounding the vehicle are clear of all people and loose or flammable objects.
10. Stretch the deployment harness to its full length 10 m (33 ft).
11. Place a power source near the shorted end of the deployment harness. Recommended application: 12 Volts minimum, 2 amps minimum. A vehicle battery is suggested.
12. Completely cover windshield area and front door window openings with a drop cloth, blanket to similar item. This reduces the possibility of injury due to possible fragmentation of the vehicle's glass or interior.
13. Notify all people in the immediate area that you intend to deploy the air bag (inflator) module.
NOTE:
When the air bag deploys, the rapid gas expansion will create a substantial report. Wear suitable ear protection. Notify all people in the immediate area that you intend to deploy the air bag (Inflator) module and suitable ear protection should be worn.
After the air bag (inflator) module has been deployed, the surface of the air bag may contain a powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch (used to lubricate the bag as it inflates) and by-products of the chemical reaction.
WARNING:
Safety precautions must be observed when handling a deployed air bag (inflator) module.
After deployment, the metal surfaces of the air bag (inflator) module will be very hot. Do not touch the metal areas of the air bag (inflator) module for about 30 minutes after deployment.
Do not apply water, oil, etc. to deployed air bag (inflator) module.
If the deployed air bag (inflator) module must be moved before it is cool, wear gloves and handle by the air bag or vinyl trim.
Failure to follow procedures may result in fire or personal injury.
14. Separate the two banana plugs on the deployment harness.
15. Connect the deployment harness to the power source (12 V vehicle battery) to immediately deploy the driver or passenger air bag.
16. Disconnect the deployment harness from the power source (12 V vehicle battery) and short the two deployment harness leads together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
17. Put on a pair of shop gloves to protect your hands from possible irritation and heat when handling the deployed air bag (inflator) module.
NOTE: As a precaution, gloves and safety glasses are recommended to prevent any possible irritation of the skin or eyes.
18. Disconnect the deployment harness from the air bag (inflator) module as soon after deployment as possible. This will prevent damage to the deployment harness due to possible contact with the hot air bag (inflator) module canister. The deployment harness are designed to be reused. They should, however, be inspected for damage after each deployment and replaced if necessary.
19. Carefully remove drop cloth from vehicle and clean off any fragments or discard drop cloth entirely.
20. Repeat Steps 2) through 19) to deploy driver or passenger air bag (inflator) module which has not been deployed, if any.
21. In the unlikely event that either or both of the air bag (inflator) modules proceed immediately with Steps 23) through 25). If the air bag (inflator) module did deploy, proceed with Steps 22).
22. With air bags deployed the vehicle may be scrapped in the same manner as a non-air bag system equipped vehicle.
23. Remove the undeployed air bag (inflator) module(s) from the vehicle. For driver air bag (inflator) module refer to SECTION 3C1, for passenger air bag (inflator) module refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE in this section.
WARNING:
Always carry a live air bag (Inflator) module with trim cover away from you.
When storing a live air bag (inflator) module or when leaving a live air bag (inflator) module unattended on a bench or other surface, always face the bag up, away from the surface.
This is necessary so that a free space is provided to allow the air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.
Failure to follow procedures could result in personal injury.
24. Temporarily store the air bag (inflator) module with its vinyl trim cover facing up, away from the surface upon which it rests. Refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONS in this section for details.
25. Contact your local distributor for further assistance.