Airbag, safety precautions
WARNING:
- Testing, removing and repair work may only be performed by qualified personnel.
- When working on the airbag system, the battery Ground (GND) strap must be disconnected. No waiting time is necessary after disconnecting the battery. When connecting the airbag system to a voltage source, no person must be present inside the vehicle.
- Before picking up (touching) the airbag unit the mechanic must electrostatically discharge him/herself. This is achieved by touching a suitable metal part, for example, a water pipe, heater pipe or metal frame.
- The airbag units should be installed immediately after removing them from their packaging.
- If the work is interrupted, the airbag unit should be placed in its packaging.
- Do not leave the airbag unit unattended.
- Airbag units which have been removed should be stored so that the padded side is facing up.
- Airbag units which have dropped onto a hard surface or show signs of damage must not be installed in the vehicle.
- Airbag units which have not been activated should be marked and returned to the manufacturer for disposal (use airbag unit transport container).