Deployment of driver airbag module

Deployment of driver airbag module

These guidelines are written to aid authorised personnel to carry out the safe disposal of airbag modules when removed from the vehicle.

WARNING:

• Only use the Rover approved deployment equipment.
• Deploy airbag modules in a well ventilated designated area.
• Ensure airbag module is not damaged or ruptured before deploying.
• Notify relevant authorities.

1. Carry out deployment tool self test.
2. Remove airbag module from steering wheel. See Repairs.

3. Position tool SMD 4082/2 in vice, ensuring that vice jaws grip tool above bottom flange to prevent possibility of tool being forced upwards from vice. Tighten vice.

4. Secure airbag module to tool SMD 4082/2. Ensure module is correctly secured using both fixings.
5. Ensure airbag module mounting brackets are secure.

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