Airbag Handling and Storage
- Make sure to replace any airbags which once have been activated (deployed).
- Do not disassemble the airbags. Also, they cannot be reused once the airbags have been activated (deployed).
- When the driver's airbag/front passenger's airbag, the side airbag, and the side curtain airbag are stored as a single part, store them with the pad surface up. Do not place the airbags with the pad side down even temporarily. In addition, never put anything on the airbags.
- To prevent damage to the airbag, keep it away from any oil, grease, detergent, or water.
- Store the removed airbag on a secure, flat surface away from any high heat source (exceeding 200 deg.F (93 deg.C)).
- Never do electrical tests on the airbags, such as measuring resistance.
- Do not position yourself in front of the airbag during removal, inspection, or replacement.
- For proper disposal of a damaged airbag or tensioner, refer to Airbag and Tensioner Disposal .
- The side curtain airbag module assembly is a long, jointed part containing an inflator (A), a flexible bag (B), and brackets (C).
When removing or installing the side curtain airbag assembly, never:
- Handle the flexible bag.
- Drop the airbag assembly.
- Cut, tear, or unwrap the tape strips.