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Air Bag Module Disposal

NOTE: Prior to scrapping an airbag module, the airbag module must be deployed. Refer to, Maintenance Procedures/Airbag Module Deployment.

WARNING: The inflator will be quite hot immediately following deployment.


- Allow 30 minutes before handling or disposing of module.
- Do not place water or oil on the airbag module.
- Wear safety glasses, rubber gloves, particle dust mask and protective clothing with long sleeves when handling deployed airbag module.
- After deployment of the airbag module, tightly seal the airbag module in a strong vinyl bag then dispose of in the same manner as other scrap parts.