Service Precautions

Observe the following precautions when servicing Supplemental Restraint System (SRS):

• Disable SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) before servicing any SRS or steering column component. Failure to do this could result in accidental air bag deployment and possible personal injury. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
• If repairing the vehicle requires impacting (shocking) the vehicle, remove air bag sensor assembly/center air bag sensor and front air bag sensors
• Replace dropped, cracked, dented or otherwise damaged components.
• DO NOT expose front air bag sensors, air bag sensor assembly/center air bag sensor or steering wheel pad (air bag module) directly to heat or flame.
• Information labels are attached to air bag components. Follow all notices on labels.
• After work on SRS is completed, check air bag warning light to ensure system is functioning properly. See appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
• Always wear safety glasses when servicing or handling an air bag.
• When placing a live air bag on a bench or other surface, always face air bag and trim cover upward, away from surface. Accidental deployment could propel assembly and cause serious bodily injury.
• Carry a live air bag module with trim cover (air bag) pointed away from your body to minimize injury in case of accidental deployment.
• If SRS is not fully functional for any reason, vehicle should not be driven until system is repaired and becomes operational. DO NOT remove bulbs, modules, sensors or other components, or in any way disable system from normal operation. If SRS is not functional, park vehicle until it is repaired and functions properly.