Air Bag Module Inspection

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Inspecting an air bag module using an ohmmeter can deploy the air bag module, which may cause serious injury. Do not use an ohmmeter to inspect an air bag module. Always use the on-board diagnostic function to diagnose the air bag module for malfunctions. (See FOREWORD .)

Fig 1: Inspecting Air Bag Module Incorrectly
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.