Safety Information
WARNING:
- TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DEPLETED BEFORE REPAIRING OR REPLACING ANY AIRBAG Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) COMPONENTS. TO DEPLETE THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY ENERGY, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY GROUND CABLE AND WAIT ONE MINUTE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
- Do not use a multimeter to probe the restraints control module. It is possible for the power from the meter battery to trigger the activation of the airbags. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury
NOTE:
It is advisable not to use a mobile phone or to have a mobile phone in close proximity when working on the restraints control module or associated systems
Power Supply Depletion
Before beginning any work on the restraints control module/supplemental restraints system or related components:
- Remove the ignition key
- Disconnect the battery leads, ground first
- Wait 1 minute for the power circuit to discharge
There are comprehensive instructions on the correct procedures for supplemental restraints system repairs in the appropriate service information.