MPV DX V6-2.5L DOHC (2000)
WARNING: A live (undeployed) air bag module may accidentally deploy when it is disposed of and cause serious injury. Do not dispose of a
live (undeployed) air bag module. If the SSTs (Deployment tool and Adapter harness) are not available, consult the nearest Mazda
representative for assistance.
CAUTION: Deploying the air bag modules inside the vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle interior. When the vehicle is not to be scrapped, always
deploy the air bag modules outside the vehicle.
When the vehicle is to be scrapped, deploy the air bag modules inside the vehicle. (Refer to Deployment Procedure for inside of vehicle.)
When the vehicle is not to be scrapped, deploy the air bag modules outside the vehicle. (Refer to Deployment Procedure for Outside of Vehicle.)
NOTE: When disposing of a deployed air bag module, refer to air bag module disposal procedure. (Refer to AIR BAG MODULE DISPOSAL
PROCEDURE.)
Deployment Procedure for Outside of Vehicle
1. Inspect the SST (Deployment tool). (Refer of INSPECTION OF SST (DEPLOYMENT TOOL).)
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
4. Follow the appropriate procedure for deploying the driver-side air bag module, passenger-side air bag module.
Driver-side air bag module
1. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (Refer to DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Install the bolts to the driver-side air bag module.
WARNING: If the air bag module is not properly installed to the wheel, serious injury may occur when the module is deployed. When
installing the air bag module to the wheel, make sure the module is facing up.
3. Place the driver-side air bag module on the center of the wheel with the module facing up. To secure the air bag module to the wheel, wrap the
wire harness through the wheel and around the bolt at least four times.
4. Connect the SST (Adapter harness) to the driver-side air bag module as shown in the figure.
