Freelander Service Procedures: Supplementary Restraint System Precautions
GENERAL INFORMATION
03-23
WARNING: For front seat buckle type pre-
tensioners, hold by the piston tube, with the open
end of the piston tube pointing towards the
ground and the buckle facing away from your
body. Do not cover the end of the piston tube.
DO NOT hold buckle pre-tensioners by the
bracket assembly or steel cable. NEVER point
the piston tube towards your body or other
people.
CAUTION: Do not apply grease or cleaning
solvents to seatbelt pre-tensioner units,
component failure could result.
Storage
There are regulations for the safe storage of SRS
components which must be observed, consult your
local authority for details.
WARNING: Airbag modules and seat belt pre-
tensioners 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.
WARNING: Store the airbag module with the
deployment side uppermost. If it is stored
deployment side down, accidental deployment
will propel the airbag module with enough force
to cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Improper handling or storage can
internally damage the airbag module, making it
inoperative. If you suspect the airbag module has
been damaged, install a new module and refer to
the Deployment/Disposal Procedures for
disposal of the damaged module.
Always observe the following precautions when
temporarily storing an airbag module:
l
Ensure the cover is facing upwards and the
luggage compartment is secured.
l
Always keep components cool, dry and free
from contamination.
l
Do not allow anything to rest on the airbag
module.
l
Store any removed airbag assembly on a
secure flat surface away from electrical
equipment and heat sources (exceeding 85
°
C
(185
°
F).
