MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHC (1996)
Air Bag: Testing and Inspection
Airbag Module Deployment
1. Locate vehicle in a safe, open location and open all vehicle doors and windows.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. On driver side air bags, proceed as follows:
a. Verify air bag module is securely attached to steering wheel.
b. Gain access to lower steering column and locate clockspring connector.
c. From passengers side of vehicle, disconnect clockspring connector.
4. On passenger side air bags, proceed as follows:
a. Remove rear and front console assemblies.
b. Remove side panel, passenger side undercover and lower panel.
c. Dismount air bag module, then disconnect module connector.
d. Pull down connector through underside opening and reinstall air bag module.
5. Verify condition of deployment tool No. 49 H066 002, or equivalent, as outlined under Air Bag Module Deployment Tool Inspection.
6. Connect deployment tool to air bag module connector.
7. Move deployment tool away from vehicle 20 feet or more.
8. Connect deployment tool to a vehicle battery.
9. Verify red lamp of deployment tool is illuminated.
10. Clear area of all persons within 20 feet of vehicle.
11. Press activation button and deploy air bag.
12. Place deployed air bag in a vinyl bag and discard with automotive scrap.
