Handling Non-Deployed SRS-Components

Handling non-deployed SRS-components
The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Handling non-deployed driver and passenger airbag modules and seat belt tensioners

WARNING: Non-deployed pyrotechnical SRS components must not be deployed or ignited inside the vehicle.

Remove each airbag/seat belt tensioner according to the instructions below.

Remove







- the driver's airbag module.
- the passenger airbag module.
- the SIPS modules. See Airbag module seat (SIPS), replacing
- the inflatable curtain (IC) module.
- the front seat belt tensioner.
- the rear seat belt tensioners.
- the supplemental restraint system module (SRS).
- the steering wheel. See Steering wheel, replacing
- the contact reel and steering wheel angle sensor.

WARNING:
- Driver/passenger airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners must never be taken apart, repaired or transferred to another vehicle.
- Under no circumstances use an ohmmeter or other live measuring instrument to take readings on a disconnected nondeployed airbag or seat belt tensioner. This could deploy the modules/seat belt tensioners.

Storage and transport







When temporarily storing the driver air bag module, it must be placed with the metal side (reverse side) downwards in a well padded place to prevent damage to the surface material.

NOTE:
- For longer storage periods (unattended storage), airbag modules, inflatable curtain (IC) modules and other pyrotechnical components must be stored at a dedicated site in the original packaging.
- In the event of a fire at the storage site, the fire authorities must be informed about the presence of pyrotechnical components according to the relevant national statutory requirements.
- Loose Inflatable curtain (IC) modules must always be stored in Inflatable curtain (IC) racks, or in other approved packaging.
- Airbag modules must not be exposed to temperatures above 110 degree C.

Airbag modules and pyrotechnical components must be transported according to the relevant national statutory requirements.