Side Impact Airbag System

The side impact airbag system contains sensitive, complex electronic units. Before attempting to diagnose or service any side impact airbag system components, you must first disconnect and isolate the battery negative remote cable. This is the only sure way to disable the side impact airbag system. Failure to do this could result in accidental curtain airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury. 

Allow system capacitor to discharge for two minutes before removing airbag components. 

Do not attempt to dismantle a curtain airbag or tamper with its inflator. Do not puncture, incinerate, or bring into contact with electricity. Do not store at temperatures exceeding 93° C (200° F). 

Replace side impact airbag system components only with parts specified in the Mopar® parts catalog. Substitute parts may appear interchangeable, but internal differences may result in inferior occupant protection. 

The fasteners, screws, and bolts originally used for the side impact airbag system components are specifically designed for the side impact airbag system. They must never be replaced with any substitutes. Any time a new fastener is needed, replace it with the correct fasteners provided in the service package or specified in the Mopar® parts catalog. 

Deployed and non-deployed airbags may or may not have live pyrotechnic material within the airbag inflator. Do not dispose of driver, passenger, or curtain airbags unless you are sure of complete deployment. Please refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for proper disposal. Dispose of deployed airbags in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local, and federal regulations.