Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2004)
Fig. 3 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 sure 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.
Fig. 4 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: Deployed front airbags having two initiators (squibs) in the airbag inflator may or may not have live pyrotechnic material within the
inflator. Do not dispose of these airbags unless you are sure of complete deployment. Refer to AIRBAG SQUIB STATUS . All damaged, faulty,
or non-deployed supplemental restraints which are replaced on vehicles are to be handled and disposed of properly. If an airbag unit is faulty or
damaged and non-deployed, refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for proper disposal. Be certain to dispose of all non-deployed and
deployed supplemental restraints 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.
