Tracker 2WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (2000)
28. Put on a pair of shop gloves.
29. Disconnect the pigtail adapter from the inflator module as soon as possible.
30. Inspect the pigtail adapter and the SIR deployment harness. Replace as needed.
31. Dispose of the deployed module through normal refuse channels.
32. Wash hands with a mild soap.
Handling A Deployed Inflator Module
After the inflator module has deployed, the surface of the air bag may contain a powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch (used to
lubricate the bag as it inflates), and by-products of the chemical reaction. The deployment reaction produces sodium hydroxide dust (similar to lye soap).
The sodium hydroxide quickly reacts with the atmospheric moisture. This atmospheric moisture convents the sodium hydroxide into sodium carbonate
and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Therefore, you will probably find no sodium hydroxide present after the deployment. Gloves and safety glasses
are recommended, however, as a precaution. Gloves and safety glasses help to prevent possible irritation of the skin or eyes.
