Side AIR Bag Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Camry. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disconnect negative battery cable. Test Deployment Tool (09082-00700). See TESTING DEPLOYMENT TOOL . Remove appropriate side air bag. See SIDE AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Install 2 nuts on studs, located on rear side of air bag module. Wrap strong wire at least twice around each stud. See Fig 1. Ensure no slack is present in wire.
Position side air bag inside a scrap tire with deployment side facing inside of tire and secure with strong wire. Connect Adapter Harness (09082-00750) to side air bag connector. Place this tire between 4 other tires (top tire should have wheel installed). See Fig 2. Securely tie all tires together with strong wire.
Connect deployment tool to adapter harness. Position deployment tool and 12 volt service battery at least 33 feet (10 m) away from side air bag. Press activation switch to deploy side air bag. Because of heat, wait 30 minutes before handling side air bag. Seal deployed air bag in vinyl bag and dispose of in usual manner.

Fig 1: Securing Wire To Side Air Bag Module

Fig 2: Preparing Side Air Bag For Deployment