RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
components should be closely inspected following any other supplemental restraint deployment, but are to be replaced only as required by the extent of
the visible damage incurred.
Wear Safety Glasses and Rubber Gloves - Typical
Cleanup Procedure
Following a supplemental restraint deployment, the vehicle interior will contain a powdery residue. This residue consists primarily of harmless
particulate by-products of the small pyrotechnic charge that initiates the propellant used to deploy a supplemental restraint. However, this residue may
also contain traces of sodium hydroxide powder, a chemical by-product of the propellant material that is used to generate the inert gas that inflates the
airbag. Since sodium hydroxide powder can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat, be certain to wear safety glasses, rubber gloves, and a long-sleeved
shirt during cleanup.
WARNING: IF YOU EXPERIENCE SKIN IRRITATION DURING CLEANUP, RUN COOL WATER OVER THE AFFECTED AREA.
ALSO, IF YOU EXPERIENCE IRRITATION OF THE NOSE OR THROAT, EXIT THE VEHICLE FOR FRESH AIR UNTIL
THE IRRITATION CEASES. IF IRRITATION CONTINUES, SEE A PHYSICIAN.
1. Begin the cleanup by using a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual powder from the vehicle interior. Clean from outside the vehicle and work
your way inside, so that you avoid kneeling or sitting on a non-cleaned area.
Vacuum Heater and A/C Outlets - Typical
2. Be certain to vacuum the heater and air conditioning outlets as well. Run the heater and air conditioner blower on the lowest speed setting and
vacuum any powder expelled from the outlets.
CAUTION: Dispose of all non-deployed and deployed airbags and seat belt tensioners in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local, and federal
regulations.
3. Next, remove the deployed supplemental restraints from the vehicle. Refer to the appropriate service removal procedures.
4. You may need to vacuum the interior of the vehicle a second time to recover all of the powder.
