10B-54 AIR BAG SYSTEM
DEPLOYED AIR BAG (INFLATOR) MODULE AND ACTI-
VATED SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER
Refer to the procedure described under “DEPLOYED AIR BAG
(INFLATOR) MODULE AND ACTIVATED SEAT BELT PRETEN-
SIONER DISPOSAL” in this section for disposal. WARNING:
For handling and storage of a live seat belt preten-
sioner, select a place where the ambient temperature
below 65°
°° °C (150°
°° °F), without high humidity and away
from electric noise.
Never carry the seat belt pretensioner by the wire or
connector of the pretensioner.
When placing a live seat belt pretensioner on the work-
bench or other surface, be sure not to lay it with its
exhaust hole (1) provided side facing down. It is also
prohibited to put something on its face with an exhaust
hole (1) or to put a seat belt pretensioner on top of
another.
Otherwise, personal injury may result.
WARNING:
The air bag (inflator) module and seat belt pretensioner
immediately after deployment/activation is very hot.
Wait for at least 30 minutes to cool it off before pro-
ceeding the work.
Do not apply water, oil, etc. to deployed air bag (infla-
tor) module and to activate seat belt pretensioner.
After an air bag (inflator) module has been deployed,
the surface of the air bag may contain a powdery resi-
due. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch
(used to lubricate the bag as it inflates) and by-prod-
ucts of the chemical reaction. As with many service
procedures, gloves and safety glasses should be
worn.
Wash your hands with mild soap and water after com-
pleting the work.
10B-76 AIR BAG SYSTEM
Deployed Air Bag (Inflator) Module and Acti-
vated Seat Belt Pretensioner Disposal
Deployed air bag (inflator) module and the activated seat belt pre-
tensioner can be disposed of through normal refuse channels just
like any other parts. For their disposal, however, following points
should be noted.
•The air bag (inflator) module and the seat belt pretensioner
immediately after deployment/activation is very hot. Wait for
30 minutes to cool it off before handling it.
•Never apply water, oil, etc. to deployed air bag (inflator)
module and the activated seat belt pretensioner to cool it off
and be careful so that water, oil etc. does not get on the
deployed air bag (inflator) module and the activated seat belt
pretensioner.
•After the air bag (inflator) module has been deployed, the
surface of the air bag may contain a powdery residue. This
powder consists primarily of cornstarch (used to lubricate the
bag as it inflates) and by-products of the chemical reaction.
As with many service procedures, you should wear gloves
and safety glasses.
•When disposing of the deployed air bag (inflator) module and
the activated seat belt pretensioner, be sure to seal it in a
vinyl bag.
•When air bag (inflator) module and seat belt pretensioner
have been deployed/activated inside the vehicle which is
going to be scrapped, leave them as installed to the vehicle.
•Be sure to wash your hands with mild soap and water after
handling it. WARNING:
Failure to follow proper air bag (inflator) module and seat
belt pretensioner disposal procedures can result in air
bag deployment and pretensioner activation which may
cause personal injury. The undeployed air bag (inflator)
module and the inactivated seat belt pretensioner must
not be disposed of through normal refuse channels.
The undeployed air bag (inflator) module and the inacti-
vated seat belt pretensioner contains substances that
can cause severe illness or personal injury if the sealed
container is damaged during disposal.
