Fig. 4: Air Bag Module Handling (2 Of 2)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
SIDE AIR BAG MODULE HANDLING
When a side air bag module operates (deploys) due to a collision, the interior of the seat back (pad,
frame, trim) may become damaged. If a side air bag does not operate (deploy) normally from a seat
back that has been reused, a serious accident may result. After a side air bag has operated
(deployed), always replace both the side air bag module and the seat back (pad, frame, trim) with
new parts. After servicing, verify that the seat operates normally and that the wiring harness is not
caught.
SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR HANDLING
The passenger-side seat and the seat weight sensor may become deformed or otherwise damaged
due to operation (deployment) of the front or side air bag in an accident. This may cause the
passenger sensing function to operate improperly and result in a serious accident. Always replace
the passenger seat and seat weight sensor with new ones after the front or side air bags have
operated (deployed). After servicing, verify that the seat operates normally and that the wiring
harness is not caught. If the collision is not hard enough to cause the front or side air bags to
operate (deploy), inspect the seat weight sensor and replace it if there is any malfunction.
SAS CONTROL MODULE HANDLING
Removing the SAS control module or disconnecting the SAS control module connector with the
ignition switch at the ON position can activate the sensor in the SAS control module and operate
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 RESTRAINTS Air Bag System - MX-5 Miata
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