Discovery II
GENERAL INFORMATION
03-20
Storage
Airbag modules and seat belt pretensioners are
classed as explosive devices. For overnight and
longer term storage, they must be stored in a secure
steel cabinet which has been approved as suitable
for the purpose and has been registered by the local
authority.
For the temporary storage of an airbag module or
seat belt pretensioner during service, place in a
designated storage area. If there is no designated
storage area available, store in the luggage
compartment of the vehicle and inform the workshop
supervisor. Always observe the following
precautions when temporarily storing an airbag
module:
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Ensure the cover is facing upwards and the
luggage compartment is secured.
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Always keep components cool, dry and free
from contamination.
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Do not allow anything to rest on the airbag
module.
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Store any removed airbag assembly on a
secure flat surface away from electrical
equipment and heat sources exceeding 85
°
C
(185
°
F).
WARNING: Store the airbag module or seat belt
pre-tensioner in a designated storage area. If
there is no designated storage area available,
store in the locked luggage compartment/
loadspace of the vehicle and inform the
workshop supervisor.
Installation and testing precautions
The integrity of SRS system components are critical
for safety reasons. Ensure the following precautions
are always adhered to:
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Never install used SRS components from
another vehicle or attempt to repair an SRS
component.
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When repairing an SRS system, only use
genuine new parts.
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Never apply electrical power to an SRS
component unless instructed to do so as part of
an approved test procedure.
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Special Torx bolts are necessary for installing
the airbag assembly. Do not use other bolts.
Ensure bolts are tightened to the specified
torque.
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Ensure that SRS component fixings are
correctly positioned and torqued during service
and repair.
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Always use new fixings when replacing an SRS
component.
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Ensure the airbag DCU is always installed
correctly. There must not be any gap between
the DCU and the bracket to which it is mounted.
An incorrectly mounted unit could cause the
system to malfunction.
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The airbag DCU is a non-serviceable
component and no attempt should be made to
repair or modify the unit.
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Do not try to disassemble the airbag assembly.
It has no serviceable parts. Once an airbag has
been deployed, it cannot be repaired or reused.
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If you suspect an airbag assembly could be
defective, install a new unit and dispose of the
old unit. Manually deploy the old unit before
disposal.
WARNING: Keep clear of the deployment zone
when working on or near an airbag module.
Accidental deployment could cause serious
injury.