3500 4x2 Pickup V8-360 5.9L Magnum (1994)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Air Bag Module Disposal Procedures
AIR BAG MODULE DISPOSAL
After deployment, air bag module should be placed in a plastic bag and disposed of in same manner as any other scrap parts, except that following
points should be carefully noted during disposal.
1. When handling deployed air bag assembly, face shield and rubber gloves should be worn.
2. There may be material adhered to air bag module that could irritate eyes and/or skin. If any irritation develops, seek medical attention. Note
following:
a. If sinus or throat irritation is encountered during air bag removal, exit vehicle and breath fresh air.
b. If material does come in contact with eyes and/or skin, immediately rinse affected area with a large amount of cool, clean water.
c. If sinus, throat, skin or any other type of irritation continues, consult a physician.
3. After handling a deployed air bag assembly, wash hands and rinse thoroughly with water.
4. Inflator will be quite hot immediately after deployment, wait 30 minutes to allow air bag to cool.
5. Do not put water or oil on air bag after deployment.
6. Put deployed air bag in a hermetically sealed container and discard it.
7. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual powder from vehicle interior as follows:
a. Work from outside to center of vehicle.
b. Vacuum A/C, vent, defroster and heater ducts.
c. Run blower motor on low speed and vacuum any powder expelled from plenum.
d. It may be necessary to vacuum interior of vehicle a second time to ensure all powder is recovered.
8. An air bag that has been deployed should be removed as outlined.
9. Prior to removing a deployed air bag assembly, place tape over air bag exhaust vents.
10. Before disposing of a vehicle equipped with air bag(s), or prior to disposing of air bag module, module must be deployed as follows:
a. If vehicle is to be scrapped, deploy air bag(s) inside vehicle.
b. If vehicle is to continue in service, air bags must be removed and deployed outside vehicle.
Airbag Deployment
IN VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove knee blocker.
3. Disconnect clockspring lead from base of steering column at instrument panel harness.
4. Cut connector off clockspring lead and strip one inch of insulation from end.
5. Make a harness consisting of two wires at least 20 ft. long.
6. Connect two wires at lower end of clockspring lead to new harness.
7. Making sure that no one is within 20 ft. of the vehicle, touch two new harness wire leads to terminals of a 12 volt car battery.
WARNING: When deployment is achieved, there will be a loud bang and airbag will inflate. Wait at least 20 minutes before approaching
vehicle. Let airbag cool off and dust settle.
OUT OF VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove airbag module from steering wheel.
3. Cut wiring harness that goes from clockspring to airbag as close to clockspring as possible.
4. Place other end of harness back into airbag module.
5. Strip one inch of insulation from cut end of harness and connect two 20 ft. wires.
6. Place airbag module face up and move at least 20 ft. away.
7. Touch two ends of 20 ft. long wires to terminals of a 12 volt battery.
WARNING: When deployment is achieved, there will be a loud bang and airbag will inflate. Wait at least 20 minutes before approaching, let
airbag cool off and dust settle.
Airbag Module Storage & Handling
WARNING: Before attempting to diagnose, remove or install any airbag system components, unless otherwise noted, you must first disconnect
and isolate battery ground cable. Failure to do so could result in accidental deployment and possible personal injury.
STORAGE
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The airbag module must be stored in its original special container until it is used.
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It must be stored in a clean, dry place, away from heat, sparks and sources of electricity.
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Always place or store the module on a surface with the trim cover facing up.
HANDLING WARNINGS:
