Air Bag Systems: Service Precautions

WARNING:
If the air bag system and another vehicle system both need repair, Suzuki recommends that the air bag system be repaired first, to help avoid unintended air bag deployment.

Do not modify the steering wheel, dashboard, or any other air bag system component. Modifications can adversely affect air bag system performance and lead to injury.

If the vehicle will be exposed to temperatures over 93°C (200°F) (for example, during a paint baking process), remove the air bag system components (air bag (inflator) module, sensing and diagnostic module, forward (discriminating) sensor) beforehand to avoid component damage or unintended deployment.

Many of the service procedures require disconnection of the "AIR BAG" fuse and air bag (inflator) modules (driver and passenger) from the deployment loop to avoid an accidental deployment. Diagnostic procedures do not normally require fuse removal or disconnection of air bag (inflator) modules.

WARNING: When performing service on or around air bag system components or air bag wiring, follow the procedures listed below to temporarily disable the air bag system. Refer to appropriate service manual procedures. Failure to follow procedures could result in possible air bag deployment, personal injury or unneeded air bag system repairs.