Inspection and Repair

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Isuzu Axiom. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT. OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.

Fig 1: Laying Inflator Module With Urethane Side Up

Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.

The inflator module consists of a cover, air bag, inflator, and retainer. Inspect the inflator module mainly for the following:

Check for holes, cracks, severe blemishes and deformation on the cover.
Check that the retainer is not deformed.
Check for defects such as damage and breakage in the lead wire for the igniter.

Replace the inflator module if a defect is found during inspection.