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Airbag Handling and Storage





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 scrapping procedures for disposing of the damaged airbag.
- Do not disassemble the airbags. it has no serviceable parts. Once an airbag has been deployed, it cannot be repaired or reused.
- For temporary storage of the airbag during service, please observe the following precautions.

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 with the pad surface up. Never put any things on the removed airbag.





- Keep free from any oil, grease, detergent, or water to prevent damage to the airbag.





- Store the removed airbag on a secure, flat surface away from any high heat source (exceeding 200° F / 93° C).

- Never perform electrical inspections to the airbags, such as measuring resistance





- Do not position yourself in front of the airbag assembly during removal, inspection, or replacement.

- Refer to the scrapping procedures for disposal of the damaged airbag.