Lumina V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Steering Wheel: Service and Repair
Handling A Live (Undeployed) Inflator Module
Proper Live (Undeployed) Inflator Module Handling
Special care is necessary when handling and storing a live (undeployed) inflator module. The rapid gas generation produced during deployment of the air
bag could cause the inflator module, or an object in front of the inflator module, to be thrown through the air in the unlikely event of an accidental
deployment.
CAUTION: When carrying a live inflator module, make sure the bag opening is pointed away from you. In case of an accidental deployment,
the bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury. Never carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the underside of the
module. When placing a live inflator module on a bench or other surface, always face the bag and trim cover up, away from the surface. This is
necessary so that a free space is provided to allow the air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment. Never rest a steering
column on the steering wheel with the inflator module face down and column vertical. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
