Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
connector.
NOTE: If the air bag module connector is disconnected from the instrument panel wiring harness, both electrodes of the air bag module
connector will be automatically shorted to prevent unintended deployment of the air bag due to static electricity, etc.
WARNING: The side air bag modules for both the driver's side and passenger's side should be deployed.
5. To deploy the side air bag module: Remove the connection between the side air bag module connector (red two-pin) and the side air bag wiring
harness connector.
NOTE: If the air bag module connector is disconnected from the side air bag wiring harness, both electrodes of the air bag module connector will
be automatically shorted to prevent unintended deployment of the air bag due to static electricity, etc.
6. Connect deployment wires, each six meters (20 feet) or longer, to the two leads of special tool MR372530 <air bag module (driver's side)> or
special tool MB686560 <air bag module (front passenger's side) and side air bag module>, and cover the connections with insulation tape. The
other ends of the deployment wires should be connected to each other (short-circuited), to prevent sudden unexpected deployment of the air bag
module.
7. Connect the clock spring, air bag module (front passenger's side), or side air bag module two-pin connector to special tool MR372530 or
MB686560 and move the deployment wires out of the vehicle.
WARNING: If the glass is scratched, air bag deployment could cause it to crack and fly out of the vehicle, so always put a cover over the
vehicle.
8. To suppress the operation sound as much as possible completely close all door windows, close the doors and put the cover on the vehicle.
WARNING:
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Before deploying the air bag in this manner, first check to be sure that there is no one in or near the vehicle. Wear safety glasses.
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The inflator will be quite hot immediately following the deployment, so wait at least 30 minutes to allow it to cool before attempting to
handle it. Although not poisonous, do not inhale gas from the air bag deployment. See Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal Procedures for
post-deployment handling instructions.
