Procedure 2

Remote Deployment of Air Bag Modules
This procedure is to be used in the event that a vehicle with live air bags is to be scrapped, but the vehicle does not contain an intact wiring harness or certain system components are inoperative. This procedure can also be used if Procedure 1 was unsuccessful.

WARNING: Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 20 feet away to ensure personal safety and due to the loud report which occurs when driver side air bag modules are deployed.

1. Remove the driver side air bag module and passenger side air bag module from the vehicle.
2. Cut the two module connector wires and strip 25 mm (1 inch) of insulation from the ends. Obtain two wires at least 61 m (20 ft) long. Connect one end of each wire to each of the air bag module wires.
3. Place the air bag module with the trim cover facing upward on a flat surface in a remote area such as a parking lot or field.

WARNING: Do not place the air bag module with the trim cover facing down, as the forces of the deploying air bag module may cause it to ricochet and cause personal injury.

4. Remaining at least 6.1 m (20 ft) away from the air bag module, deploy it by touching the other ends of the two wires to the terminals of a 12-volt vehicle battery.
5. If successful, a loud report will be heard and the air bag material will be visible. Allow at least 10 minutes before approaching the air bag module to allow for cooling.

The air bag module is now deployed and may be scrapped in accordance with scrap metal procedures.