Airbag Module Disposal

Description and Operation

Airbag Disposal

When disposing of a vehicle equipped with airbags, you must deploy them first. Deployment must be performed by a qualified technician. A used airbag must not be reinstalled in another vehicle for reuse.

Deployment creates a loud noise, so perform it in a suitable location to avoid disturbing others. When deploying the airbag, use the specified special tool and select a location free of electrical interference. When operating the airbag deployment tool, stand at least 5 meters away from the airbag. After deployment, the airbag becomes very hot. Wait approximately 30 minutes before touching it. Always wear gloves and safety glasses when handling a deployed airbag. Do not spray water on a deployed airbag. Always wash your hands after completing deployment work.

Deploying Airbags in the Vehicle

1. 1
   Turn the ignition OFF and disconnect the negative battery cable. Wait at least three minutes.
2. 2
   Make sure each airbag or side airbag is securely mounted.
3. 3
   Make sure the special tool operates correctly by following the check procedure.

   1. Disconnect the 2P connector between the airbag and the wiring harness.
   2. Install the SST
      • For the driver airbag, separate the 2-pin connector from it and connect the deployment adapter to reconnect it to the steering wheel.
4. 4
   Position the airbag deployment tool at least 5 meters away from the airbag.
5. 5
   After connecting the deployment adapter to the deployment tool (0957A-34100A), connect it to an external battery for deployment.

   1. Battery (12 V)
   2. Deployment Tool (0957A-34100A)
   3. Deployment Adapter
      • DAB, PAB, CAB, BPT (0957A-AL140)
      • SAB (0957A-AL160)

      

6. 6
   Turn on the deployment tool to continue deployment.

   1. If the battery is connected, the POWER ON indicator (1) will illuminate.
   2. Press and hold READY (2) until it illuminates, then press DEPLOY (3) to deploy the airbag.

      

      When deployed, the airbag makes a loud noise, and you can see it expand suddenly and then slowly deflate.

7. 7
   Dispose of the airbag as a complete unit. No parts may be reused. Place it in a strong plastic bag and seal it securely.

   

8. 8
   Place the airbag module face up on a flat surface outside the building.

   If the airbag module were pointed downward, the airbag could deploy and cause injury to people nearby.

9. 9
   Prepare for airbag deployment as follows:

   1. Disconnect the 2-pin airbag connector from the vehicle.
   2. Connect the deployment adapter.
      • For the driver airbag, separate the 2-pin connector from it and connect the deployment adapter to reconnect it to the steering wheel.
10. 10
    Position the airbag deployment tool at least 5 meters away from the airbag.
11. 11
    After connecting the deployment adapter (0957A-AL140, 0957A-AL150, 0957A-3T200) to the deployment tool (0957A-34100A), connect it to an external 12 V battery to deploy the airbag.

    1. Battery (12 V)
    2. Airbag Deployment (0957A-34100A)
    3. Deployment Adapter
       • DAB, PAB, CAB, BPT (0957A-AL140)
       • SAB (0957A-AL160)

       

       When the EFD is deployed, broken parts may explode and scatter. The EFD (Emergency Fastening Device) must be installed in a scrap tire to prevent parts from exploding. Technicians must wear safety glasses and be extremely careful of exploding broken parts.

12. 12
    Turn on the deployment tool to continue deployment.

    1. If the battery is connected, the POWER ON indicator (1) will illuminate.
    2. Press and hold READY (2) until it illuminates, then press DEPLOY (3) to deploy the airbag.

       

13. 13
    Dispose of the airbag as a complete unit. No parts may be reused. Place it in a strong plastic bag and seal it securely.

    

14. 14
    Turn the ignition OFF and disconnect the negative battery cable. Wait at least three minutes.
15. 15
    If the vehicle is equipped with airbags, follow the procedure for removing the damaged airbag.
16. 16
    If the removed component has a lead wire, short the two inflator wires of the airbag together by twisting them.
17. 17
    Package the airbag in the same way as the new replacement part.
18. 18
    Mark the outside of the box "DAMAGED AIRBAG, NOT DEPLOYED" so that it is not confused with spare parts.

Deploying the Airbag Outside the Vehicle: If the airbag has been separated from the scrapped vehicle, or if defects or damage are found on it, deploy it as follows. Disposal of Damaged Airbag (Non-Deployed Airbag)