Seat Belt Pretensioner
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Ensure seat belt pretensioner is not loose. If components are loose, remove and deploy using OFF-VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT procedure. Access and disconnect appropriate seat belt pretensioner connector. See SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Connect Deployment Tools (09082-00700 and 09082-00740) to appropriate seat belt pretensioner connector. Position deployment tool at least 33 feet from front of vehicle. Buckle front seat belt and ensure there is no looseness or slack in inner belt and outer belt. Close all doors and windows of vehicle. Connect deployment tool Red clip to positive battery terminal and Black clip to negative battery terminal.
- Ensure no one is inside vehicle or within 33 feet of vehicle. Press activation switch to deploy air bag. Because of heat, DO NOT touch pretensioner for at least 30 minutes after deployment. Scrap vehicle with deployed pretensioner(s) still installed.