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FIELD DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES
When handling the deployed airbag be careful that not the dust enters your eyes and always wear gloves to avoid direct contact with the dust.
AIRBAG MODULE DISPOSAL PROCEDURES Before disposing of a vehicle equipped with an airbag, or prior to disposing of the airbag module, be sure to first follow the procedures described below to deploy the airbag. AIRBAG REMOTE DEPLOYMENT DEVICES
Tool, Number, Name | Use
Deployment tool (0957A-34100A) SRS DEPLOYMENT ADAPTER HARNESS DAB, BPT : 0957A-38500 PAB, SAB : 0957A-3810 | Deployment inside the vehicle (if the vehicle will no longer be driven)
DISPOSAL PLAN Take the following disposal steps.
CASE | DISPOSAL PLAN
Abnormal problems in airbag module | Deploy and discard
Car scrappinG | DAB, PAB, SAB, BPT | Deploy the airbag module with the SST
Crash (Deployed) | Discard
UNDEPLOYED AIRBAG MODULE DISPOSAL
1. | If the vehicle is to be scrapped, junked, or otherwise disposed of, deploy the airbag inside the vehicle.
2. | Since there is a loud noise when the airbag is deployed, avoid residential areas whenever possible. If anyone is nearby, give warning of the impending noise.
3. | Since a large amount of smoke is produced when the airbag is deployed, select a well-ventilated site. Moreover, never attempt the test near a fireor smoke sensor.
DEPLOYMENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE
1. | Open all windows and doors of the vehicle. Move the vehicle to an isolated spot.
2. | Disconnect the negative (-) and positive (+) battery cables from the battery terminals, and then remove the battery from the vehicle
Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.
3. | Remove the center crash pad side cover.
4. | Remove Airbag SRSCM connector.
5. | Connect deployment tool to the connector of each module.
6. | At location as far away from the vehicle as possible, press the push button (removed from the vehicle) to deploy the airbag.
1. | Before deploying the airbag in this manner, first check to be sure that there is no one in or near the vehicle. Wear safety glasses.
2. | The inflator will be quite hot immediately following the deployment, so wait at least 30 minutes to allow it to cool before attempting to handle it. Although not poisonous, do not inhale gas from airbag deployment. See Deployed Airbag Module Disposal Procedures for post-deployment handling instructions.
3. | If the airbag fails to deploy when the procedures above are followed, do not go near the module. Contact your local distributor.
DEPLOYED AIRBAG MODULE DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
1. | The inflator will be quite hot immediately following deployment, so wait at least 30 minutes to allow it to cool before attempting to handle it.
2. | Do not put water or oil on the airbag after deployment.
3. | There may be adhered to the deployed airbag module, material that could irritate the eyes and/or skin, so wear gloves and safety glasses when handling a deployed airbag module. If despite these precautions, the material does get into your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse the affected area with a large amount of clean water. If any irritation develops, seek medical attention.
4. | Tightly seal the airbag module in a strong vinyl bag for disposal.
5. | Be sure to always wash your hands after completing this operation.