Tribute 2WD L4-2.3L (2005)
8. Using the special tool, deploy the air bag module by pressing the activation switch.
Air Bag Disposal - Side, Undeployed
AIR BAG DISPOSAL - SIDE, UNDEPLOYED
Remote Deployment
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag
module or safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover or deployment door pointed away from your body. This will reduce
the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away to ensure personal safety.
Due to the loud report which occurs when the air bag is deployed, hearing protection is required.
WARNING: Do not place the side air bag module with the tear seam facing down or the attaching studs facing upward, as the forces of the
deploying air bag can cause it to ricochet and cause personal injury.
1. Remove the side air bag module from the vehicle. See SIDE AIR BAG MODULE.
2. Install the side air bag module nuts.
WARNING: If the steering wheel and air bag module assembly is not correctly installed to the tire and wheel assembly, serious injury
may occur when the air bag module is deployed. When installing the steering wheel and air bag module assembly to the tire and wheel
assembly, make sure the steering wheel and air bag module Is facing up.
3. Position the side air bag module in the tire with the side air bag module facing the center of the tire.
4. Secure the side air bag module to the tire by wrapping the wiring harness around the tire and around the nuts at least four times.
