Technician Safety Information
Safety Precautions When Working On Airbags
CAUTION:
- Testing, removing and repair work may only be performed by qualified personnel.
- When working on airbag system, battery Ground (GND) strap must be disconnected. No waiting time is necessary after disconnecting battery. When connecting airbag system to a voltage source, no person must be present inside vehicle.
- Always install airbag modules in vehicle, as soon as they are removed from packaging.
- If work is interrupted, airbag module should be placed in its packaging.
- NEVER leave an airbag module unattended.
- airbag modules which have been removed should ALWAYS be stored so that padded side is facing up.
- airbag modules which have dropped onto a hard surface or show signs of damage must not be installed in vehicle.
- Before picking up (touching) airbag module mechanic must electrostatically discharge him/herself. This is achieved by touching a suitable metal part, for example, a water pipe, heater pipe or metal frame.