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Pyrotechnic Belt Tensioners, Safety Precautions

CAUTION:
  • Testing, removing, installing and repair work may only be performed by qualified personnel.
  • Do not check with test light, voltmeter or ohmmeter under any circumstances.
  • You can only check belt tensioners when installed and with vehicle diagnostic, testing and information systems (such as Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B) intended for that purpose.
  • Before handling belt tensioner units (e.g. disconnecting electrical harness connector), the person handling must electrostatically discharge himself/herself. This can be done by touching door striker, for example.
  • Voltage must be disconnected during all work on belt tensioners.
  • Conventional ignition lock: Follow measures for disconnecting battery → 27 - BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL
  • Electronic ignition lock (e.g. A6 from MY 2005; A8 from MY 2003): To remove belt tensioner unit, battery must be disconnected with the ignition switched on, this deviates from the description "disconnecting and connecting battery" (→ 27 - BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL ).
  • Disconnect battery ground strap/cable, cover negative terminal. No waiting time is necessary after disconnecting battery.
  • No one should be in vehicle when connecting battery.
  • Follow measures after connecting battery → 27 - BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL
  • When connecting belt tensioner, all mechanical parts including those in three-point seat belt, must be secured correctly.
  • Only those carrying this out should be in vehicle interior.
  • Belt tensioner components may not be opened nor repaired; always use new parts.
  • Belt tensioners that have fallen onto a hard surface or show signs of damage must not be installed in vehicle.
  • Belt tensioners that are mechanically damaged (dents, cracks) must always be replaced.
  • Belt tensioners must be installed immediately after removing from shipping package.
  • Belt tensioner is to be returned to shipping package when work is interrupted.
  • Open end of belt tensioner should never be pointed at anyone.
  • Wash hands after touching belt tensioners that have deployed.
  • Storage and transport must conform to national legislation.
  • It is not acceptable to leave belt tensioner unattended.
  • Belt tensioner should not be treated with grease, cleaning solutions or other materials.
  • Belt tensioners must not be exposed to temperatures over 100, even for a short period of time.
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