Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
Air Bag Module: Service and Repair
Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Before disposing of an air bag or a vehicle equipped with an air bag, follow the procedures below to deploy the air bag.
After deployment, the air bag module should be disposed of in the same manner as any other scrap parts, adhering to local laws and/or legislation.
Observe the following precautions during air bag disposal:
1. The inflator will be quite hot immediately following deployment, so wait at least 30 minutes to allow it cool before attempting to handle it.
2. Do not put water or oil on the air bag after deployment.
WARNING: If after following these precautions, any material does get into the eyes or on the skin, immediately rinse the affected area
with a large amount of clean water. If any irritation develops, seek medical attention.
3. There may be material on the deployed air bag module, that could irritate the eye and/or skin. Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling a
deployed air bag module.
4. Tightly seal the air bag module in a strong plastic bag for disposal.
5. Be sure to always wash your hands after completing this operation.