Fig. 72: Identifying Activation Switch
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AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DISPOSAL
PROCEDURES
WARNING:
A live (undeployed) air bag module or pre-tensioner seat belt may
accidentally operate (deploy) when it is disposed of and cause
serious injury. Always refer to the AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-
TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES and dispose
of air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts in a deployed
condition.
The air bag modules and the pre-tensioner seat belts are very hot
immediately after they are deployed. You can be burned. Do not
touch an air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt for at least 15
min after deployment.
Pouring water on the deployed air bag module and pre-tensioner
seat belt is dangerous. The water will mix with the residual gases to
form a gas that can make breathing difficult. Do not pour water on
the deployed air bag module and pre-tensioner seat belt.
The deployed air bag module or pre-tensioner seat belt may contain
deposits of sodium hydroxide, a caustic byproduct of the gas-
generated combustion. If this substance gets into your eyes or on
your hands, it can cause irritation and itching. When handling the
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