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SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
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11.Prior to commencing any test procedure on the
vehicle, ensure that only test equipment approved
for the purpose is being utilized and that it is in
good working order. Ensure any harness or con-
nectors are in good condition and any warning
lamps are fully functional.
12.Do not keep a live airbag module with the de-
ployment side faced down. Place the Airbag
modules such that the deployment side is placed
facing upwards and away from any loose parts.
Only use the diagnostic tool to probe faults in the
Airbag system,
NEVER
use electrical probing in-
struments like Multimeter as the probing current may
deploy the airbag.
13.Never attach anything to the airbag cover or allow
anything to rest on top of the airbag module.
14.Always store airbag module in a dry, cool and
secured area.
15.Never attempt to modify any splice or repair SRS
wiring harness.
16.Always ensure airbag wiring is routed correctly.
Be careful to avoid trapping or pinching the airbag
wiring. Look for possible points of chafing.
17.Ensure all airbag harness connectors are mated
correctly and securely fastened. Do not leave the
connectors hanging loose or allow SRS compo-
nents to hang from their harnesses.
18.Grease should not be applied to the steering
wheel pad and the pad should not be cleaned
with detergents of any kind.
19.When using electric welding, first disconnect the
all the airbag connectors
,
ECU and sensors. If
such activities are to be conducted in the vicinity
of SRS component then remove those compo-
nents also.