Air Bag: Testing and Inspection

CAUTION
1. Never attempt to disassemble or repair the air bag modules or clock spring.
If faulty, replace it.
2. Do not drop the air bag modules or clock spring or allow contact with water, grease or oil.
Replace it if a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected.
3. The air bag modules should be stored on a flat surface and placed so that the pad surface is facing upward.
Do not place anything on top of it.
4. Do not expose the air bag modules to temperatures over 93° C (200° F).
5. After deployment of an air bag, replace the air bag modules. Inspect the clock spring, and replace it with a new part if it is faulty.
6. Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling air bags that have already deployed.
7. An undeployed air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures.




If any component damage is found during the following inspection, replace the air bag module with a new one. Dispose of the old one according to the specified procedure.

CAUTION: Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the air bag modules (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental air bags deployment will result in serious personal injury.

1. Check pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check connectors for damage, terminals for deformation, and harness for binds.
3. Check air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformation.
4. Install the air bag module to steering wheel or dash to check fit and alignment with the wheel.

CAUTION: If dents, cracks, deformation, or rust are discovered in the air bag module, replace it with a new one.
Dispose of the old one according to the specified procedure.