Off-Vehicle Deployment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Kia Spectra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Air bag modules are very hot after deployment. Personal injury may result. Wait at least 20 minutes before handling air bag module.
- Turn ignition off. Remove vehicle battery. Wait 10 minutes. Disconnect appropriate air bag module and remove from vehicle. Place air bag module inside stack of 6-8 tires at least 20 feet (6 m) from any obstacle. Connect Air Bag Deployment Tool (K95U-6000-BDY) to air bag module connector.
- Position deployment tool and battery at least 20 feet (6 m) from deployment site. Connect Red deployment tool lead to positive battery terminal and Black deployment tool lead to negative battery terminal. Verify that deployment tool Green POWER indicator light is illuminated. Depress and hold READY button. Verify that deployment tool Yellow DEPLOY indicator light is flashing.
- Depress and hold DEPLOY button. If air bag deploys, go to next step. If air bag did not deploy, verify that Red DEPLOY indicator is illuminated. Release both buttons. Verify that both READY and DEPLOY indicator lights are not illuminated. Disconnect deployment tool power leads. Keep area around deployment site clear for at least 30 minutes and contact vehicle manufacturer for additional instructions.
- Allow inflator to cool for 20 minutes before handling air bag module. Monitor air bag module during cool down period to ensure components do not catch fire. Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when handling air bag module. Place air bag module in a strong plastic bag and seal tightly. Air bag module can now be disposed of in the same manner as any other scrap part.