Precautions

When handling a deployed air bag assembly, a face shield and rubber gloves should be worn, since the module may contain deposits of sodium hydroxide. Vehicle interior and HVAC ducts should be vacuumed. If sinus or throat irritation is encountered during air bag replacement, exit vehicle and breathe fresh air. If skin becomes irritated, flush affected area with cool water. If any irritations continue, consult a physician. Wash hands and rinse thoroughly with water after handling air bag assemblies.

If an air bag module inflator ruptures without deployment, exposing people to the propellants by ingestion, then vomiting must be induced. In cases of eye contact, flush the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Fresh air will be needed in cases of inhalation. Always seek medical attention after these initial first aid treatments.

A deployed air bag unit should be removed as outlined under Air Bag Unit. After removal, it should be sealed securely in a heavy duty plastic bag, then placed with automotive scrap.

Before a vehicle is scrapped, the live air bag module must be deployed. Never dispose of a live air bag module.

Review the following precautions prior to performing the air bag module deployment procedure.

1. Deployment must be done in a safe, open space with no strong winds or breezes.
2. Wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when handling an air bag module.
3. Use deployment tool No. K95U-6000-BDY, or equivalent, when deploying module. Stand at least 20 feet away from module during deployment to protect hearing.
4. Do not touch module for 30 minutes after deployment. Wait until it has cooled.
5. Do not cool module using water.
6. Place module in heavy duty plastic bag, then seal and place with automotive scrap.
7. Wash hands after handing deployed air bag module.