Air Bag Manual Deployment In Vehicle

WARNING:
- Only use the LAND ROVER approved deployment equipment.
- Deploy airbag module in a well ventilated designated area.
- Be sure airbag module is not damaged or ruptured before deploying.

NOTE: These guidelines are written to aid authorized personnel to carry out the safe disposal of the airbag module when fitted to the vehicle.


1. Carry out deployment tool self test. Deployment Tool Self Test

WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the tool from the battery after the test and before proceeding here.





2. Release 2 turnbuckles securing lower panel to dash.
3. Remove lower panel.





4. Release airbag harness to column harness connector from bracket.
5. Disconnect airbag harness connector from column harness.


WARNING: Be sure tool is not connected to battery.





6. Connect adaptor lead SMD 4082/5 to column harness connector.
7. Connect adaptor lead SMD 4082/5 to tool SMD 4082/1.


WARNING: Be sure airbag module is secure within steering wheel.

8. Connect deployment tool SMD 4082/1 to battery.

WARNING: Be sure all personnel are standing at least 15 meters away from vehicle.





9. Press both operating buttons to deploy airbag module.
10. DO NOT return to airbag module for 30 minutes.
11. Using gloves and face mask, remove airbag module from steering wheel, place airbag module in plastic bag and seal bag.
12. Transport deployed airbag module to designated area for incineration.

NOTE: DO NOT transport airbag module in the vehicle passenger compartment.

13. Scrap all remaining parts of airbag system. DO NOT re-use or salvage any parts of the airbag system including steering wheel or steering column.