Hyundai Elantra: Airbag Module / Airbag Module Disposal Description and Operation
When you scrap a vehicle equipped with an airbag, you must deploy it first.
When you deploy an airbag, you need to have a skilled
mechanic do the work. The used airbag should not be reinstalled in
another vehicle for reuse.
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Upon deployment, the explosion will create a loud noise, so you have to do it in a proper place not to disturb others. |
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When you deploy an airbag, use a specially designated tool and select a place where there is no electric noise. |
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When operating the airbag deployment tool, you must be at least 5 meters away from the airbag. |
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Upon deployment, the airbag gives off an intense heat. So wait for 30 minutes or so before touching it. |
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Make sure to use gloves and safety goggles when you deal with the deployed airbag. |
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Do not spread water over the deployed airbag. |
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Always wash your hands after the deployment work is completed. |
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Deploying Airbags in the Vehicle
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Turn the ignition switch OFF, and disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes. |
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Confirm that each airbag or side airbag is securely mounted. |
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Confirm that the special tool is functioning properly by following the check procedure.
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Disconnect the 2P connector between the airbag and wire harness. |
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Install the SST
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For the driver airbag, separate the 2-pin connector from it
and connect the deployment adapter to reattach it on the steering wheel. |
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Locate the airbag deployment tool at a place at least 5 meters away from the airbag. |
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After connecting the deployment adapter with the deployment
tool (0957A-34100A), connect it to the external battery for deployment.
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Deployment tool (0957A-34100A) |
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Deployment adapter
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DAB, PAB, CAB, BPT, EFD(0957A-AL140) |
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Switch on the deployment tool to proceed with deployment.
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If the battery is connected, the POWER ON(1) light will be on. |
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Press and hold READY (2) until it is on, and then press DEPLOY (3) to deploy the airbag. 
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Upon deployment, the airbag will create a loud noise and you can see it suddenly expand and contract slowly. |
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Dispose of the complete airbag. No parts can be reused. Place it in a sturdy plastic bag and seal it securely. 
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Deploying the Airbag Out of the Vehicle
In case the airbag is separated from a scrapped car, or when
you find defects or damages on it, you have to deploy it as follows :
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Place the airbag deployment module face upward on a flat surface outdoor.
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If the airbag deployment module were face downward, the airbag will pop up and cause damage to people around it. |
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Get ready to deploy the airbag as follows :
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Separate the 2-pin connecter of the airbag from the vehicle. |
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Connect the deployment adapter.
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For the driver airbag, separate the 2-pin connector from it
and connect the deployment adapter to reattach it on the steering wheel.
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Locate the airbag deployment tool at a place at least 5 meters away from the airbag. |
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After connecting the deployment adapter (0957A-AL140,
0957A-AL150, 0957A-AL160) with the deployment tool (0957A-34100A),
connect it to the external battery (12V) for deployment.
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Airbag Deploy (0957A-34100A) |
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Deployment adapter
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DAB, PAB, CAB, BPT, EFD (0957A-AL140) |
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When EFD are deployed, broken parts are exploded and scattered. |
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EFD (Emergency Fastening Device) must be placed in the piled up 5 tires to avoid exploded broken parts. |
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Technicians should wear an eye protector and extremely be cautions of exploded broken parts. |
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Switch on the deployment tool to proceed with deployment.
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If the battery is connected, the POWER ON(1) light will be on. |
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Press and hold READY (2) until it is on, and then press DEPLOY (3) to deploy the airbag.
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Dispose of the complete airbag. No parts can be reused. Place it in a sturdy plastic bag and seal it securely.
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Disposal of Damaged Airbag (Not Deployed Airbag)
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Turn the ignition switch OFF, and disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes. |
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If installed airbags in a vehicle, follow the removal procedure of damaged airbag. |
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If the removed parts have a lead wire, make a short circuit by twisting together the two airbag inflator wires. |
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Package the airbag in exactly the same packing that the new replacement part come in. |
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Mark the outside of the box ''DAMAGED AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED'' so it does not get confused with your parts stock. |
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
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Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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