Service Precautions

Observe these precautions when working with air bag systems:

• Disable air bag system before servicing any air bag system or steering column component. See DISABLING &  ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
• Because of critical operating requirements of system, DO NOT attempt to service any air bag system component.
• Air bag parts should not be left unattended. They should be installed in vehicle immediately after removing them from their packaging.
• Air bag components which have been dropped onto a hard surface should not be used.
• Chemical cleaners, oil and grease should not contact vinyl covering on air bag module.
• Always disable air bag system before performing electric welding on vehicle.
• Never use test light on air bag system. Air bag system can only be tested using the appropiate diagnostic tester.