Disposing of Steering Wheel Pad With Airbag Deployed

DISPOSAL

HINT: When scrapping vehicle equipped with an SRS or disposing of a steering wheel pad (with airbag), always first deploy the air-bag in accordance with the procedure described below. If any abnormality occurs with the airbag deployment, contact the SERVICE DEPT of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC.

CAUTION:
- Never dispose of a steering wheel pad which has an undeployed airbag.
- The airbag produces a sizeable exploding sound when it deploys, so perform the operation out-of-doors and where it will not create a nuisance to nearby residents.




- When deploying the airbag, always use the specified SST (SRS Airbag Deployment Tool) Perform the operation in a place away from electrical noise.
SST 09082-00700
- When deploying an airbag, perform the operation at least 10 m (33 ft) away from the steering wheel pad.
- The steering wheel pad is very hot when the airbag is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes after deployment.
- Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a steering wheel pad with the deployed airbag.
- Always wash your hands with water after completing the operation.
- Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with the deployed airbag.

DEPLOYMENT WHEN DISPOSING OF STEERING WHEEL PAD WITH AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN COLLISION

CAUTION:
- The steering wheel pad is very hot when the airbag is deployed, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes after deployment.
- When moving a vehicle for scrapping which has a steering wheel pad with the deployed airbag, use gloves and safety glasses.
- Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a steering wheel pad with deployed airbag.
- Always wash your hands with water after completing the operation.
- Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with deployed airbag.

1. Remove the steering wheel pad from the steering wheel.





2. Place the steering wheel pad in a vinyl bag, tie the end tightly and dispose of it in the same way as other general parts disposal.