Deployment Outside of Vehicle

When you intend to return the vehicle to service, deploy the air bag (inflator) module(s) outside of the vehicle.

1. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
2. Wear safety glasses during this deployment procedure.
3. Check that there is no open, short or damage in special tools (deployment harness (A) and adapter cable (B)). If any faulty is found, do not use it and be sure to use new special tool.

   Special tool 

   (A): 09932-75031 

   (B): 09932-78332 

   NOTE: If connector of adapter cable (B) is damaged, replace it to spare connector (special tool (C)).

   Special tool 

   (C): 09932-75410 

4. Short two deployment harness leads (1) together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
   WARNING: Deployment harness (A) shall remain shorted and not be connected to 12 volts vehicle battery till you are ready to deploy air bag module or activate seat belt pretensioner.
   Fig 1: Shorting Two Deployment Harness Leads Together

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5. Remove air bag (inflator) module(s) or seat belt pretensioner(s) from vehicle referring to "DRIVER AIR BAG (INFLATOR) MODULE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  " or "PASSENGER AIR BAG (INFLATOR) MODULE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  ".
   WARNING:

   • For handling and storage of live air bag (inflator) module, select place where ambient temperature below 65 °C (150 °F), without high humidity and away from electric noise.
   • Always carry live air bag (inflator) module with trim cover away from you.
   • When storing live air bag (inflator) module or when leaving live air bag (inflator) module unattended on bench or other surface, always face trim cover up and away from surface. As the live passenger air bag (inflator) module must be placed with its bag (trim cover) facing up, place it on the workbench with a slit (1). This is necessary so that free space is provided to allow air bag (inflator) module to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.

     Failure to follow procedures may result in personal injury.

   Fig 2: Precautions While Handling Live Air Bag (Inflator) Module

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6. Set air bag (inflator) module as follows.
   1. For driver air bag (inflator) module
      1. Clear space (3) on ground about 185 cm (6 ft) in diameter where driver air bag (inflator) module (1) is set for deployment. Paved, outdoor location where there is no activity is preferred. If outdoor location is not available, use space on shop floor where there is no activity and sufficient ventilation is provided. Ensure no loose or flammable object exists within deployment area.
      2. Place driver air bag (inflator) module (1) with its vinyl trim cover facing up (2) on ground in step i).
      Fig 3: Identifying Driver Air Bag (Inflator) Module Placement

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   2. For passenger air bag (inflator) module
      1. Clear space (3) on ground about 185 cm (6 ft) in diameter where passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) is set for deployment. Paved, outdoor location where there is no activity is preferred. If outdoor location is not available, use space on shop floor where there is no activity and sufficient ventilation is provided. Ensure no loose or flammable object exists within deployment area.
      2. Place deployment fixture (A) on ground in step i).

         Special tool 

         (A): 09932-75041 

      3. Fill plastic reservoir in deployment fixture (A) with water or sand. This is necessary to provide sufficient stabilization of fixture during deployment.
      4. Attach passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) in deployment fixture (A) securely using M8 bolt (2).
      CAUTION: Be sure to use M8 size and 7T strength bolt for fixing passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) to deployment fixture (A).
      Fig 4: Identifying Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module Placement

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7. Stretch deployment harness (A) from air bag (inflator) module to its full length 10 m (33 ft).

   Special tool 

   (A): 09932-75031 

8. Place 12 volts vehicle battery (1) near the shorted end of deployment harness (A).
9. Check that area around air bag (inflator) module is clear of all people and loose or flammable objects.
10. Connect adapter cable (B) as follows.

    Special tool 

    (B): 09932-78332 

    1. For driver air bag (inflator) module Check that driver air bag (inflator) module is placed with its vinyl trim cover facing up, and connect adapter cable (B) to driver air bag (inflator) module.
    2. For passenger air bag (inflator) module Check that passenger air bag (inflator) module is firmly and properly secured on deployment fixture (special tool), and connect adapter cable (B) to passenger air bag (inflator) module.
11. Connect adapter cable (B) to deployment harness (A) connector and lock connectors with lock lever.
    Fig 5: Connecting Adapter Cable To Deployment Harness Connector

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12. Notify all people in immediate area that you intend to deploy air bag (inflator) module.
    NOTE:

    • When air bag (inflator) module deploys, rapid gas expansion will create substantial report. Wear suitable ear protection. Notify all people in immediate area that you intend to deploy air bag (inflator) module and suitable ear protection should be worn.
    • When driver air bag (inflator) module deploys, driver air bag (inflator) module may jump about 30 cm (1 ft) vertically. This is normal reaction to force of rapid gas expansion inside of drive air bag (inflator) module.
    • After air bag (inflator) module has been deployed, surface of air bag (inflator) may contain powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch (used to lubricate bag (inflator) as it inflates) and by-products of chemical reaction.
    WARNING:

    • Do not place deployed air bag (inflator) module near any flammable objects.
    • Do not apply water, oil, etc. to deployed air bag (inflator) module.
    • Wait for about 30 minutes before touching any metal surface of air bag (inflater) module. Disregarding these precautions may cause fire or personal injury.

      Failure to follow procedures may result in fire or personal injury.

13. Separate two banana plugs (1) on deployment harness.
14. Connect deployment harness to 12 volts vehicle battery (2). This will immediately deploy or activate air bag (inflator) module.
15. Disconnect deployment harness from 12 volts vehicle battery (2) and short two deployment harness leads together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting Deployment Harness From 12 Volts Vehicle Battery

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16. In the unlikely event that air bag (inflator) module did not deploy after following these procedures, proceed immediately with Step 22) through 25). If air bag (inflator) module did deploy or activate, proceed with Steps 18) through 21).
17. Put on pair of shop gloves to protect your hands from possible irritation and heat when handling deployed air bag (inflator) module.
18. Disconnect adapter cable (special tool) from air bag (inflator) module as soon as possible. This will prevent adapter cable (special tool) from damage due to possible contact with hot air bag (inflator) module.
19. Check adapter cable as follows.
    1. For driver air bag (inflator) module Be sure to check driver air bag (inflator) module adapter cable (special tool) for damage after driver air bag (inflator) module is deployed. Replace it with spare connector (special tool) or new adapter cable, if necessary.
    2. For passenger air bag (inflator) module Be sure to check passenger air bag (inflator) module adapter cable (special tool) for damage after deployment and replace it with new adapter cable (special tool), if it is damaged.
20. Dispose of deployed air bag (inflator) module (1) through normal refuse channels after it has cooled for at least 30 minutes and tightly seal air bag (inflator) module (1) in strong vinyl bag. Refer to "DEPLOYED AIR BAG (INFLATOR) MODULE DISPOSAL  " for details.
    Fig 7: Disposing Deployed Air Bag (Inflator) Module

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21. Wash your hands with mild soap and water afterward.
    NOTE: Remaining steps are to be followed in the unlikely event that air bag (inflator) module did not deploy.
22. Ensure that deployment harness has been disconnected from 12 volts vehicle battery and that its two banana plugs have been shorted together by fully seating one banana plug into the other.
23. Disconnect deployment harness and adapter cable from air bag (inflator) module.
24. Temporarily store undeployed air bag (inflator) module referring to "PRECAUTIONS ON SERVICE AND DIAGNOSIS OF AIR BAG SYSTEM  " for details.
25. Contact your local distributor for further assistance.