Sonata GL V6-2.5L (1999)
Side Air Bag: Service and Repair
Deploying Airbags (Inside Vehicle)
AIRBAG MODULE DISPOSAL/DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES
CAUTION: When handling the deployed airbag be careful that the by-product dust does not enter the eye and always wear gloves to avoid direct
contact with the by-product material.
Before either disposing of a vehicle equipped with an airbag, or prior to disposing of the airbag module, be sure to first follow the procedures described
below to deploy the airbag.
DISPOSAL PLAN
When the problem occurs, take disposal steps as follows.
CAUTION:
If the vehicle is to be scrapped, junked, or otherwise disposed of, deploy the airbag inside the vehicle.
Since there is a loud noise when the airbag is deployed, avoid residential areas whenever possible. If anyone is nearby, give warning of the impending
noise.
Since a large amount of smoke is produced when the airbag is deployed, select a well-ventilated site. Moreover, never attempt the test near a fire or
smoke sensor.
DEPLOYMENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE - WHEN VEHICLE WILL NO LONGER BE DRIVEN
1. Open all windows and doors of the vehicle. Move the vehicle to an isolated spot.
2. Disconnect the negative (-) and positive (+) battery cables from the battery terminals, and then remove the battery from the vehicle.
CAUTION: Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.
3. Remove the center crash pad side cover.
4. Remove Airbag SRSCM connector.
Air Bag Deployment Tools
