Electronic components

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Increased use of comfort and safety electronics in modern vehicles requires additional attention to be paid during body work.

Over voltages produced during welding can cause electronic systems to be damaged. In particular, the safety instructions for performing welding work on vehicles with airbag systems must be adhered to.

WARNING: After disconnecting the power supply and before performing further work, a wait time of up to 15 minutes must be maintained, depending on the vehicle. Work on airbag systems may only be performed by persons who have a relevant certificate of competence.

For additional information, refer to: (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM ).

Driver Air Bag Module (Removal and Installation), Driver Lower Air Bag Module (Removal and Installation), Passenger Air Bag Module (Removal and Installation), Side Air Bag Module (Removal and Installation), Side Air Curtain Module (Removal and Installation), Restraints Control Module (RCM) (Removal and Installation).

Pay attention to the following points:

Disconnect the battery negative clamp and cover the battery terminal.
Disconnect the electrical connector at the airbag control module.
If welding is to be performed directly near a control module, it must be disconnected or removed.
Never connect the negative cable of the welder near an airbag or a control module.
Connect the negative cable of the welder close to the location of the weld.