Except Advanced Air Bag
Air Bag (Inflator) Module and Seat Belt Pretensioner Disposal
WARNING:
If live air bag (inflator) modules or seat belt pretensioners are disposed of without being deployed/activated beforehand using the proper procedure, there is a risk of personal injury and health problems from contact with the harmful substances that may come out if the deployment container seal is broken.
Before disposing of any live air bag (inflator) modules or seat belt pretensioners, be sure to deploy/activate them using the specified procedure. Never dispose of any live ones through ordinary refuse disposal channels.
Air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner can be deployed / activated inside or outside of vehicle. Deployment / Activation method used depends upon final disposition of vehicle. Review the following instructions in order to determine which will work best in a given situation.
Deployment / Activation Outside of Vehicle: When you intend to return the vehicle to service, deploy the air bag (inflator) module(s) and/or activate seat belt pretensioner(s) outside of the vehicle.
Deployment / Activation Inside of Vehicle: When the vehicle will be destroyed, or salvaged for component parts, deploy the air bag module(s) and/or activate seat belt pretensioner(s) installed on vehicle.
WARNING:
Failure to take proper precautions when deploying an air bag (inflator) module and/or activating a seat belt pretensioner can result in severe personal injury.
Be sure to take all of the following precautions when deploying an air bag (inflator) module and/or activating a seat belt pretensioner:
- Strictly follow the procedure described in this section.
- Read Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System:Except Advanced Air Bag
and follow all of the instructions provided.
- Only one person should perform his work to avoid accidental deployment/activation.
- Perform this work in a well-ventilated area as smoke is produced when the air bag (inflator) module / pretensioner is activated.
- Wear safety glasses throughout the disposal procedure from the very beginning. The air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner will immediately be activated when a 12-volt battery is connected.
- Wear suitable ear protection when activating an air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner. Also, advise persons in nearby areas to wear suitable ear protection.
- Do not activate two or more air bag (inflator) modules, seat belt pretensioners, or combination at the same time.
- Never connect the deployment harness to any 12-volt battery before connecting it to the air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner. The deployment harness must remain shorted and not be connected to a 12-volt battery until preparation for activation of the air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner is completed.
Deployment / Activation Outside of Vehicle
When you intend to return the vehicle to service, deploy the air bag (inflator) module(s) or activate seat belt pretensioner(s) outside of the vehicle.
1) Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
2) Wear safety glasses during this deployment / activation procedure.
3) Check that there is no open, short or damage in special tools (deployment harness (A) and adapter cable (B)). If any faulty is found, do not use it and be sure to use new special tool.
Special Tool
(A): 09932-75031
(B): 09932-76510
4) Short two deployment harness leads (1) together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
WARNING:
If a 12-volt battery is connected to the deployment harness (A) before completing preparation for activation of an air bag module/seat belt pretensioner, there is a risk of accidental activation of the module/pretensioner.
Keep the deployment harness (A) shorted and do not connect it to a 12-volt battery until preparation for activation of the air bag module/seat belt pretensioner is completed.
5) Remove air bag (inflator) module(s) or seat belt pretensioner(s) from vehicle referring to Removal and Installation Driver Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation:Except Advanced Air Bag
, Removal and Installation Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation:Except Advanced Air Bag or Removal and Installation Front Seat Belt Removal and Installation.
WARNING:
Failure to take proper precautions when handling and storing a live (non-deployed) air bag (inflator) module can result in personal injury due to accidental deployment of the air bag.
- Handle or store a live air bag (inflator) module in a place with an ambient temperature below 65 °C (150 °F), without high humidity and away from electric noise sources.
- Always carry a live air bag (inflator) module with the trim cover pointing away from you.
- Always place a live air bag (inflator) module on a bench or other surface with the bag (trim cover) side facing up to keep it away from the surface.
- Do not place anything including another (inflator) module on top of an air bag (inflator) module. Allowing for a free space above the module is essential to minimize the risk of personal injury in the event of accidental deployment of the air bag.
WARNING:
Failure to take proper precautions when handling and storing a live (non-activated) seat belt pretensioner can result in personal injury due to accidental activation of the pretensioner.
- Handle and store a live seat belt pretensioner in a place with an ambient temperature below 65 °C (150 °F), without high humidity and away from electric noise sources.
- Never carry a live air bag pretensioner by holding the belt webbing.
- When placing a live seat belt pretensioner on a workbench or other flat surface, make sure that the pretensioner's exhaust hole (1) side faces upward.
- Do not put anything on the exhaust hole (1) side of a live seat belt pretensioner. Also avoid placing one live air bag pretensioner on top of another.
6) Set air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner as follows.
- For driver air bag (inflator) module
a Clear space (3) on ground about 185 cm (6 ft) in diameter where driver air bag (inflator) module (1) is set for deployment. Paved, outdoor location where there is no activity is preferred. If outdoor location is not available, use space on shop floor where there is no activity and sufficient ventilation is provided. Ensure no loose or flammable object exists within deployment area.
b Place driver air bag (inflator) module (1) with its vinyl trim cover facing up (2) on ground in Step a.
- For passenger air bag (inflator) module
a Clear space (3) on ground about 185 cm (6 ft) in diameter where passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) is set for deployment. Paved, outdoor location where there is no activity is preferred. If outdoor location is not available, use space on shop floor where there is no activity and sufficient ventilation is provided. Ensure no loose or flammable object exists within deployment area.
b Place deployment fixture (A) on ground in Step a.
Special Tool
(A): 09932-75041
c Fill plastic reservoir in deployment fixture (A) with water or sand. This is necessary to provide sufficient stabilization of fixture during deployment.
d Attach passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) in deployment fixture (A) securely using M8 bolt (2).
NOTE:
It is essential to use proper size and proper strength bolts to assure proper attachment of the passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) to the deployment fixture (A).
Be sure to use M8 size and 7T strength bolts.
- For seat belt pretensioner
a Cut webbing (1) at tongue plate stopper (3) of seat belt pretensioner (2) side as shown.
NOTE:
Hold seat belt pretensioner (2) vertically in the same condition as it is installed. Otherwise, webbing can't be pulled out.
b Remove tongue plate (4) and shoulder anchor (5) from webbing.
c Tie webbing (1) tightly at 10 cm (3.9 in.) from cutting edge as shown.
d Tie seat belt pretensioner (2) with wire harness (3) to wheel-installed tire (4) as shown.
Wire harness specifications
Stripped wire harness section 1.25 mm2 (0.0019 in.2) or more (Stripped wire harness diameter 1.25 mm (0.05 in.) or more)
NOTE:
Wind wire harness (3) around at least 3 times.
e Clear space (5) on ground about 185 cm (6 ft) in diameter where seat belt pretensioner (2) is to be activated. Paved, outdoor location where there is no activity is preferred. If outdoor location is not available, use space on shop floor where there is no activity and sufficient ventilation is provided. Ensure no loose or flammable object exists within activation area.
f Place wheel-installed tire (4) with seat belt pretensioner (2) on ground in Step e.
7) Stretch deployment harness (A) from air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner to its full length 10 m (33 ft).
Special Tool
(A): 09932-75031
8) Place 12 volts vehicle battery (1) near the shorted end of deployment harness (A).
9) Check that area around air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner is clear of all people and loose or flammable objects.
10) Connect adapter cable (B) as follows.
Special Tool
(B): 09932-76510
- For driver air bag (inflator) module [A]:
Check that driver air bag (inflator) module is placed with its vinyl trim cover facing up, and connect adapter cable (B) to driver air bag (inflator) module.
- For passenger air bag (inflator) module [B]:
Check that passenger air bag (inflator) module is firmly and properly secured on deployment fixture (special tool), and connect adapter cable (B) to passenger air bag (inflator) module.
NOTE:
Wind wire harness (5) around at least 2 times.
- For seat belt pretensioner [C]:
a Connect adapter cable (B) to seat belt pretensioner.
b Pile 2 wheel-installed tires (2) on top of tire with seat belt pretensioner (3), and tie them with wire harness (4) as shown.
Wire harness specifications
Stripped wire harness section 1.25 mm2 (0.0019 in.2) or more (Stripped wire harness diameter 1.25 mm (0.05 in.) or more)
NOTE:
Wind wire harness (5) around at least 2 times.
c Drape blanket (5) over those tires.
11) Connect adapter cable (B) to deployment harness (A) connector and lock connectors with lock lever.
12) Notify all people in immediate area that you intend to deploy / activate air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner.
WARNING:
Failure to take proper precautions when handling a deployed air bag (inflator) module and/or activated seat belt pretensioner may result in a fire, personal injury or health problems.
- Do not place an activated air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner near any flammable objects because it is hot enough to start a fire.
- Do not pour water, oil, etc. over an air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner immediately after its activation.
- Wait for at least 30 minutes before touching any metal surface of an activated air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner.
- Be sure to follow all of the procedures described in this section.
NOTE:
- When air bag (inflator) module deploys and seat belt pretensioner activates, rapid gas expansion will create substantial report. Wear suitable ear protection. Notify all people in immediate area that you intend to deploy air bag (inflator) module or activate seat belt pretensioner and suitable ear protection should be worn.
- When driver air bag (inflator) module deploys, driver air bag (inflator) module may jump about 30 cm (1 ft) vertically. This is normal reaction to force of rapid gas expansion inside of drive air bag (inflator) module.
- After air bag (inflator) module has been deployed, surface of air bag (inflator) may contain powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch (used to lubricate bag (inflator) as it inflates) and by products of chemical reaction.
13) Separate two banana plugs (1) on deployment harness.
14) Connect deployment harness to 12 volts vehicle battery (2). This will immediately deploy or activate air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner.
15) Disconnect deployment harness from 12 volts vehicle battery (2) and short two deployment harness leads together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
16) In the unlikely event that air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner did not deploy / activate after following these procedures, proceed immediately with Step 22) through 25). If air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner did deploy or activate, proceed with Steps 18) through 21).
17) Put on pair of shop gloves to protect your hands from possible irritation and heat when handling deployed air bag (inflator) module or activated seat belt pretensioner.
18) Disconnect adapter cable (special tool) from air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner as soon as possible. This will prevent adapter cable (special tool) from damage due to possible contact with hot air bag (inflator) module or hot seat belt pretensioner.
19) Check adapter cable as follows.
- For air bag (inflator) module
Be sure to check air bag (inflator) module adapter cable (special tool) for damage after deployment and replace it with new adapter cable (special tool), if it is damaged.
- For seat belt pretensioner
Be sure to check seat belt pretensioner adapter cable (special tool) for damage after seat belt pretensioner is activated. Replace it with spare connector (special tool) or new adapter, if necessary.
20) Dispose of deployed air bag (inflator) module (1) or activated seat belt pretensioner (2) through normal refuse channels after it has cooled for at least 30 minutes and tightly seal air bag (inflator) module (1) or seat belt pretensioner (2) in strong vinyl bag. Refer to Deployed Air Bag (Inflator) Module and Activated Seat Belt Pretensioner Disposal Deployed Air Bag (Inflator) Module and Activated Seat Belt Pretensioner Disposal:Except Advanced Air Bag
for details.
21) Wash your hands with mild soap and water afterward.
NOTE:
Remaining steps are to be followed in the unlikely event that air bag (inflator) module did not deploy or seat belt pretensioner did not activate.
22) Ensure that deployment harness has been disconnected from 12 volts vehicle battery and that its two banana plugs have been shorted together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
23) Disconnect deployment harness and adapter cable from air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner.
24) Temporarily store undeployed air bag (inflator) module referring to Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System:Except Advanced Air Bag
for details.
25) Contact your local distributor for further assistance.
Deployment / Activation Inside of Vehicle
When the vehicle will be destroyed, or salvaged for component parts, deploy the air bag modules and/or activate seat belt pretensioners installed on vehicle.
NOTE:
If equipped with the seat belt pretensioners, activate both side of seat belt pretensioners at the same time when using special tool (C).
1) Turn ignition switch to LOCK position, remove key and put on safety glasses.
2) Remove all loose objects from front seats and instrument panel.
3) Disconnect air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner connector as follows.
- For driver air bag (inflator) module [A]:
Remove driver side front pillar lower trim and disconnect driver air bag (inflator) module connector (1).
- For passenger air bag (inflator) module [B]:
Remove passenger side front pillar lower trim and disconnect passenger air bag (inflator) module connector (2).
- For seat belt pretensioners (right and left) [C]:
Remove both side (driver and passenger side) center pillar lower trim and disconnect seat belt pretensioner connectors (3).
4) Confirm that each air bag (inflator) module and/or seat belt pretensioners is securely mounted.
5) Check that there is no open, short or damage in special tools (deployment harness (A), adapter cable (B) and (C)). If any faulty condition is found, do not use it and be sure to use new special tool. And connect adapter cable (B) or (C) to deployment harness (A) and lock connectors with lock slider.
Special Tool
(A): 09932-75031
(B): 09932-78332
(C): 09932-76510
6) Short two deployment harness leads together by fully seating one banana plug (1) into the other.
WARNING:
If a 12-volt battery is connected to the deployment harness (A) before completing preparation for activation of an air bag module/seat belt pretensioner, there is a risk of accidental activation of the module/pretensioner.
Keep the deployment harness (A) shorted and do not connect it to a 12-volt battery until preparation for activation of the air bag module/seat belt pretensioner is completed.
7) Connect adapter cable (B) in series with deployment harness (A) to air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner as follows.
- For driver air bag (inflator) module [A]:
Connect adapter cable (B) in series with deployment harness (A) and push adapter cable (B) connector to air bag (inflator) module connector till click can be heard.
- For passenger air bag (inflator) module [B]:
Connect adapter cable (B) in series with deployment harness (A) and push adapter cable (B) connector to air bag (inflator) module connector till click can be heard.
- For seat belt pretensioners [C]:
Connect adapter cable (C) in series with deployment harness (A) to seat belt pretensioner and lock connector with lock part.
8) Route deployment harness (1) out of vehicle.
9) Check that inside of vehicle and area surrounding vehicle are clear of all people and loose or flammable objects.
10) Stretch deployment harness (1) to its full length 10 m (33 ft).
11) Place 12 volts vehicle battery (2) near shorted end of deployment harness (1).
12) Completely cover windshield area and front door window openings with drop cloth, a blanket or any similar item. This reduces possibility of injury due to possible fragmentation of vehicle's glass or interior.
13) Notify all people in immediate area that you intend to deploy air bag (inflator) module or activate seat belt pretensioners.
WARNING:
Failure to take proper precautions when handling a deployed air bag (inflator) module and/or activated seat belt pretensioner may result in a fire, personal injury or health problems.
- Do not place an activated air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner near any flammable objects because it is hot enough to start a fire.
- Do not pour water, oil, etc. over an air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner immediately after its activation.
- Wait for at least 30 minutes before touching any metal surface of an activated air bag (inflator) module / seat belt pretensioner.
- Be sure to follow all of the procedures described in this section.
NOTE:
- When air bag (inflator) module deploys or seat belt pretensioners activate, rapid gas expansion will create substantial report. Wear suitable ear protection. Notify all people in immediate area that you intend to deploy air bag (inflator) module or to activate seat belt pretensioner and suitable ear protection should be worn.
- After air bag (inflator) module has been deployed, surface of air bag may contain powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch (used to lubricate air bag (inflator) module as it inflates) and by-products of chemical reaction.
14) Separate two banana plugs (1) on deployment harness (2).
15) Connect deployment harness (2) to 12 volts vehicle battery (3). This will immediately deploy or activate air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioners.
16) Disconnect deployment harness (2) from 12 volts vehicle battery (3) and short two deployment harness leads together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
17) Repeat Steps 3) through 16) to deploy / activate air bag (inflator) modules and seat belt pretensioners which has not been deployed / activated, if any.
18) In the unlikely event that air bag (inflator) module and seat belt pretensioners after following these procedures, proceed immediately with Step 24) through 26). If air bag (inflator) module and seat belt pretensioners did deploy / activate, proceed with Steps 19) through 23).
19) Carefully remove drop cloth from vehicle and clean off any fragments or discard it entirely.
20) Put on pair of shop gloves to protect your hands from possible irritation and heat when handling deployed air bag (inflator) module and activated seat belt pretensioners.
21) Disconnect adapter cable (special tool) from air bag (inflator) module or seat belt pretensioner as soon as possible. This will prevent adapter cable (special tool) from damage due to possible contact with hot air bag (inflator) module or hot seat belt pretensioner.
22) Check adapter cable connector as follows.
Adapter cable connector (special tool) is designed to be reused. However it should be inspected for damage after deployment and replaced if necessary.
23) With air bag (inflator) modules deployed and seat belt pretensioners activated, vehicle may be scrapped in the same manner as non-air bag system / seat belt pretensioner equipped vehicle.
NOTE:
Remaining steps are to be followed in the unlikely event that air bag (inflator) module did not deploy or seat belt pretensioner did not activate.
24) Remove undeployed air bag (inflator) module(s) and/or inactivated seat belt pretensioner(s) from vehicle. For driver air bag (inflator) module, refer to Removal and Installation Driver Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation:Except Advanced Air Bag. For passenger air bag (inflator) module, refer to Removal and Installation Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation:Except Advanced Air Bag. For seat belt pretensioner, refer to Removal and Installation Front Seat Belt Removal and Installation.
25) Temporarily store undeployed air bag (inflator) module referring to Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System:Except Advanced Air Bag
for details.
26) Contact your local distributor for further assistance.