GENERAL INFORMATION
8
SRS PRECAUTIONS
Airbag and Pre-tensioner Deployment
WARNING: Only personnel who have
undergone the appropriate training should
undertake deployment of airbag and
pre-tensioner modules.
WARNING: A deployed airbag is very hot,
DO NOT return to a deployed airbag
module until at least 30 minutes have
elapsed since deployment.
WARNING: Deployment procedures and
precautions as detailed in this service
manual should be strictly adhered to. The
following precautions must be complied with:
•
Only use deployment equipment approved for
the intended purpose.
•
Before beginning deployment procedure,
ensure deployment tool functions properly by
performing the self test procedure detailed in
SRS section of this manual.
•
Deployment of airbag / pre-tensioner modules
should be performed in a well ventilated area
which has been designated for the purpose.
•
Ensure airbag / pre-tensioner modules are
not damaged or ruptured before attempting to
deploy.
•
Notify the relevant authorities of intention to
deploy airbag and pre-tensioner units.
•
When deploying airbag pre-tensioner units,
ensure that all personnel are at least 15
metres away from the deployment zone.
•
Ensure deployment tool is connected
correctly, in compliance with the instructions
detailed in the SRS section of this manual. In
particular, ensure deployment tool is NOT
connected to battery supply before
connecting to airbag module connector.
•
When deploying seat belt pre-tensioners,
ensure pre-tensioner unit is secured correctly
to seat.
•
When removing deployed airbag modules
and pre-tensioner units, wear protective
clothing. Use gloves and seal deployed units
in a plastic bag.
•
Following deployment of any component of
the SRS system within the vehicle, all SRS
components must be replaced. DO NOT
re-use or salvage any parts of the SRS
system.
•
Do not lean over airbag module when
connecting deployment equipment.
WARNING: If a vehicle is to be scrapped,
undeployed airbag modules and
pre-tensioner units must be manually
deployed. In this case airbags can be deployed
in the vehicle; before deployment, ensure the
airbag module is secure within its correct
mounting position.
CAUTION: Deployment of the driver side
airbag in the vehicle may damage the
steering wheel; if the vehicle is not being
scrapped, deploy the module outside of the
vehicle.