Suzuki RA410, Manual

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10B-44 AIR BAG SYSTEM
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE AND DIAGNOSIS
WARNING/CAUTION labels are attached on each part of air bag system components (SDM, air bag (inflator) mod-
ules and seat belt pretensioners). Be sure to follow the instructions.
WARNING:
If the air bag system and another vehicle system both need repair, Suzuki recommends that the
air bag system be repaired first, to help avoid unintended air bag system activation.
Do not modify the steering wheel, dashboard or any other on or around air bag system compo-
nents. Modifications can adversely affect air bag system performance and lead to injury.
Failure to follow procedures could result in possible air bag system activation, personal injury or
unneeded air bag system repairs.
Many of service procedures require disconnection of “AIR BAG” fuse and air bag (inflator) module(s) (driver and
passenger) from initiator circuit to avoid an accidental deployment.
Do not apply power to the air bag system unless all components are connected or a diagnostic chart requests
it, as this will set a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
The AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK must be the starting point of any air bag diagnostics. The AIR
BAG DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK will verify proper “AIR BAG” warning lamp operation and will lead you to
the correct table to diagnose any air bag malfunctions. Bypassing these procedures may result in extended diag-
nostic time, incorrect diagnosis, and incorrect parts replacements.
Never use air bag component parts from another vehicle.
If the vehicle will be exposed to temperatures over 93 C (200 F) (for example, during a paint baking process),
remove the air bag system components beforehand to avoid component damage or unintended system activa-
tion.
When handling the air bag (inflator) modules (driver and passenger), seat belt pretensioners (driver and passen-
ger) or SDM, be careful not to drop it or apply an impact to it. If an excessive impact was applied (e.g., SDM is
dropped, air bag (inflator) module is dropped from a height of 90 cm (3 ft) or more, seat belt pretensioner (retrac-
tor assembly) is dropped from a height of 30 cm (1 ft) or more), never attempt disassembly or repair but replace
it with a new one.
When using electric welding, be sure to disconnect air bag (inflator) module connectors (driver and passenger)
and seat belt pretensioner connectors (driver and passenger) respectively.
When applying paint around the air bag system related parts, use care so that the harness or connector will not
be exposed to the paint mist.
Never expose air bag system component parts directly to hot air (drying or baking the vehicle after painting) or
flames.
WARNING:
When performing service on or around air bag system components or air bag wiring, follow the pro-
cedures listed in the following pages to temporarily disable the air bag system.
Failure to follow procedures could result in possible air bag system activation, personal injury or
unneeded air bag system repairs.