Airbag module - steering wheel - deployment - in-vehicle

RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

REPAIRS

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10. Press deployment tool operating button to 

deploy airbag module.

WARNING: During deployment parts of the 
airbag module become hot enough to burn 
you. Wait 30 minutes after deployment 
before touching the airbag module.

11. Disconnect deployment tool flylead LRT-86–

003–08 from driver airbag module.

12. Using gloves and face mask, remove airbag 

module from tool LRT-86–007–02, place airbag 
module in plastic bag and seal bag.

13. Wipe down tool with damp cloth.
14. Transport deployed airbag module to 

designated area for incineration.

NOTE: Do not transport deployed SRS 
components in the vehicle passenger 
compartment.

15. DO NOT re-use or salvage any parts of the 

SRS system including steering wheel or 
steering column.

Airbag module - steering wheel - 
deployment - in-vehicle

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These guidelines are written to aid authorised 
personnel to carry out the safe deployment and 
disposal of airbag modules when still fitted to the 
vehicle.

Deploy

WARNING: It is imperative that before any 
work is undertaken on the SRS system, the 
appropriate information is read thoroughly.

1. Make the SRS system safe.

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 GENERAL INFORMATION, SRS 

component manual deployment.

2. Check condition of deployment tool LRT-86–

003and associated flyleads.

3. Remove steering column nacelle.
4. Disconnect SRS harness connector from back 

of rotary coupler.

WARNING: Ensure airbag module is secure 
within steering wheel.

WARNING: Ensure the deployment tool is 
not connected to the battery.