Technician Safety Information

TECHNICIAN SAFETY INFORMATION


- Carefully inspect any SRS part before you install it. Do not install any part that shows signs of being dropped of improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

- Airbag assembly (driver's and front passenger's).
- Dash sensors.
- Cable reel.
- SRS unit.

- Use only a digital multimeter (KS-AHM-32-003) to check the system. Using an analog circuit tester may cause accidental deployment and possible injury.

- Do not install used SRS parts from another car. When making repairs, use only new parts.

- Except when performing electrical inspections, always disconnect both the negitive cable and positive cable at the battery before beginning work.

- Replacement of the combination light and wiper/washer switches and cruise control switch can be done without removing the steering wheel

- When reinstalling the SRS unit cover, be sure it snaps together properly.

- Do not try and disassemble the airbag assembly. It has no servicable parts. Once an airbag has been operated (deployed), it cannot be repaired or reused.

- For temporary storage of the airbag assembly during service, please observe the following precautions:

- Store the removed airbag assembly with the pad surface up.


Warning:
If the airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious injury.


- Store the removed airbag assembly on a secure flat surface away from any high heat source (exceeding 212°F/100°C and free of any oil, grease, detergent or water.



Caution:
Improper handling or storage can internally damage the airbag assembly, making it inoperative.

If you suspect the airbag assembly has been damaged, install a new unit and refer to the Disposal/Deployment Procedures for disposing of the damaged airbag.


WARNING:
To avoid accidental deployment and possible iniury, always install the protective short connector on the driver's airbag connector and on cars equipped with front passenger's airbag, install protective short connectors on the driver's airbag and front passenger 5 airbag before working near any SRS wiring.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable.

2. Install the short connector(s) (RED):


Driver's Side:








- Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then remove the short connector (RED) from the panel.

- Disconnect the connector between the driver's airbag and the cable reel,then install the short connector (RED) on the airbag side of the connector.

Front Passenger's Side:









- Remove the glove box and access panel, then remove the short connector (RED) from its holder.

- Disconnect the connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main harness, then install the short connector (RED) on the airbag side of the connector.