Acura RL. Manual - part 105

repaired or reused. For temporary storage of the airbag during service, please observe the following 
precautions. 

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Store the removed airbag with the deployment surface up. Never put anything on the removed airbag. 

Fig. 4: Precaution - Store Removed Airbag With Deployment Surface Up 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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To prevent damage to the airbag, keep it away from any oil, grease, detergent, or water. 

Fig. 5: Precaution - Keep Airbag Away From Any Oil, Grease, Detergent, Or Water 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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Store the removed airbag on a secure, flat surface away from any high heat source (exceeding 200°
F/93°C).  

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Never do electrical tests on the airbags, such as measuring resistance.  

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Do not position yourself in front of the airbag assembly during removal, inspection, or replacement. 

Fig. 6: Precaution - Store Removed Airbag On Secure, Flat Surface Away From Any High Heat 
Source 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

 

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For proper disposal of a damaged airbag, refer to AIRBAG DISPOSAL .  

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The side curtain airbag inflator assembly is a long, jointed part containing an inflator (A), a flexible 
bag (B), an adapter pipe (C), and a center bracket (D). 

Fig. 7: Precaution - Do Not Position Yourself In Front Of Airbag Assembly During Removal 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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When removing or installing the side curtain airbag inflator assembly, never handle the flexible bag 
(B) or the adapter pipe (C). 

Fig. 8: Precaution - Never Handle Flexible Bag Or Adapter Pipe 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

SRS UNIT, FRONT AND SIDE IMPACT SENSORS, DRIVER'S SEAT POSITION SENSOR, 
FRONT PASSENGER'S WEIGHT SENSOR UNIT, FRONT PASSENGER'S WEIGHT SENSORS, 
AND REAR SAFING SENSOR 

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Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 
minutes before beginning installation or replacement of the SRS unit or disconnecting the connectors 
from the SRS unit.  

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Be careful not to bump or impact the SRS unit, front impact sensors, rear safing sensor, or side impact 
sensors when the ignition switch is ON (II), or for at least 3 minutes after the ignition switch is turned 
OFF.  

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During installation or replacement, be careful not to bump (by impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area 
around the SRS unit, front impact sensors, rear safing sensor, or side impact sensors. The airbags 
could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injury. 

 

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Fig. 9: Precaution - Do Not Bump (By Impact Wrench, Hammer, Etc.) Area Around SRS Unit 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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After a collision where a front airbag, a side airbag, a side curtain airbag, or a seat belt tensioner 
deployed, go to COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT . 
After a collision where the airbags or the side airbags did not deploy, inspect for any damage or any 
deformation on the SRS unit, front impact sensors, rear safing sensor, and side impact sensors. If there 
is any damage, replace the SRS unit and/or the sensors. 

Fig. 10: Precaution - SRS Unit After Collision 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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Do not disassemble the SRS unit, front impact sensors, side impact sensors, driver's seat position 
sensor, front passenger's weight sensor unit, rear safing sensor, and front passenger's weight sensors.  

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Be sure the SRS unit, front impact sensors, rear safing sensor, and side impact sensors are installed 
securely with the mounting bolts torqued to 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft).  

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Do not spill water or oil on the SRS unit or the side impact sensors, and keep them away from dust.  

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Store the SRS unit, front impact sensors, rear safing sensor, and side impact sensors in a cool (less 
than 104°F/40°C) and dry (less than 80 % relative humidity, no moisture) area.  

WIRING PRECAUTIONS 

Some of the SRS wiring can be identified by special yellow outer covering, and the SRS connectors can be 
identified by their yellow color. Observe the following instructions. 

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Never attempt to modify, splice, or repair SRS wiring. If there is an open or damage in SRS wiring or 
terminals, replace the harness. 

 

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Fig. 11: Wiring Precaution - Never Attempt To Modify, Splice, Or Repair SRS Wiring 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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Be sure to install the harness wires so they do not get pinched or interfere with other parts. 

Fig. 12: Wiring Precaution - Check Harness Wires Do Not Get Pinched Or Interfere With 
Other Parts 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

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Make sure all SRS ground locations are clean and grounds are securely fastened for optimum metal-
to-metal contact. Poor grounds can cause intermittent problems that are difficult to diagnose.  

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Do not use any silicone based cleaners or lubricants on any SRS connectors or terminals.  

PRECAUTIONS FOR ELECTRICAL INSPECTIONS 

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When using electrical test equipment, insert the probe of the tester into the wire side of the connector. 
Do not insert the probe of the tester into the terminal side of the connector, and do not tamper with the 
connector. 

 

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