Deployment of seat belt pre-tensioner (Restraint systems (SRS))

Deployment of seat belt pre-tensioner

These guidelines are written to aid authorised personnel to carry out the safe manual deployment and disposal of the seat belt pre-tensioners.

WARNING: Always read and adhere to the SRS deployment precautions outlined in this workshop manual. See GENERAL INFORMATION, SRS Precautions.

• Always remove the key from the ignition switch and disconnect the vehicle battery (negative lead first) before starting the deployment procedures.
• Always observe the system safe time of 10 minutes (to allow the energy reserve capacitors to discharge) before disconnecting or removing any SRS components.
• Only use the MG Rover approved deployment equipment.
• Deploy the seat belt pre-tensioners in a well ventilated, specially designated area.
• Ensure the seat belt pre-tensioner is not damaged or ruptured before deploying.
• Notify the relevant authorities.

Deploy

1. Carry out deployment tool SMD 4082/1 self test.
2. Slide the front seat fully forward to access the pre-tensioner harness connector.
3. Disconnect pre-tensioner harness connector.

WARNING: Ensure deployment tool SMD 4082/1 is not connected to the battery.

4. Connect deployment tool flylead SMD 4082/5 to the pre-tensioner connector.
5. Connect deployment tool flylead SMD 4082/5 to deployment tool SMD 4082/1 .

WARNING: Ensure the pre-tensioner is secured tightly to the seat.

WARNING: Ensure all personnel are standing at least 15 metres (50 ft.) away from the pre-tensioner module.

6. Connect deployment tool SMD 4082/1 to the battery.