Airbag and Pretensioner Deployment

Airbag and pretensioner deployment
Deployment procedures and precautions as detailed should be strictly adhered to. Only personnel who have undergone the appropriate training should undertake deployment of airbag and pretensioner modules. 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.
^ Deployment of airbag/pretensioner modules should be performed in a well ventilated area which has been designated for the purpose.
^ Ensure airbag/pretensioner modules are not damaged or ruptured before attempting to deploy.
^ Notify the relevant authorities of intention to deploy airbag and pretensioner units.
^ When deploying airbag pretensioner units, ensure that all personnel are at least 15 meters (45 feet) away from the deployment zone.
^ Ensure deployment tool is connected correctly, in compliance with the instructions detailed in the Restraint Systems. In particular, ensure deployment tool is NOT connected to battery supply before connecting to airbag module connector.
^ When deploying seat belt pretensioners, ensure pretensioner unit is secured correctly to the seat.
^ When removing deployed airbag modules and pretensioner 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.

If a vehicle is to be scrapped, undeployed airbag modules and pretensioner 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. Deployment of the driver's airbag in the vehicle may damage the steering wheel; if the vehicle is not being scrapped, deploy the module outside of the vehicle.

WARNING: During deplayment parts of the airbag module become hot enough to burn you. Wait 30 minutes after deployment before touching the airbag module.