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Airbag Module: Other Kia Optima II рестайлинг

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Driver Airbag (DAB)

If any improper parts are found during the following inspection, replace the airbag module with a new one.

CAUTIONNever attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious personal injury.

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  1. Check pad cover for dents, cracks or deformities.
  2. Check the airbag module for denting, cracking or deformation.
  3. Check hooks and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binds.
  4. Check airbag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
  5. Install the airbag module to the steering wheel to check for fit or alignment with the wheel.

Clock spring

  1. If, as a result of the following checks, even one abnormal point is discovered, replace the clock spring with a new one.
  2. Check connectors and protective tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.

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Deploying Airbags in the Vehicle

If an SRS equipped vehicle is to be entirely scrapped, its airbags or side airbags should be deployed while still in the vehicle. The airbags or side airbags should not be considered as salvageable parts and should never be installed in another vehicle.

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes.
  2. Confirm that each airbag or side airbag is securely mounted.
  3. Confirm that the special tool is functioning properly by following the check procedure. Driver's Airbag : Remove the driver's airbag and install the SST(Depowered : 0957A-38500, Advanced : 0957A-38510). Install the driver's airbag on the steering wheel. Front Passenger's Airbag : Remove the glove box, then disconnect the 2P/4P connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main harness. Install the SST (Depowered : 0957A-3F100, Advanced : 0957A-2E110). Side Airbag : Disconnect the 2P connector between the side airbag and side wire harness. Install the SST (0957A-3F100). Curtain Airbag : Disconnect the 2P connector between the curtain airbag and wire harness. Install the SST(0957A-38500). Seat Belt Pretensioner : Disconnect the 2P connector from the seat belt pretensioner. Install the SST(0957A-38500).
  4. Place the deployment tool at least thirty feet (10 meters) away from the airbag.
  5. Connect a 12 volt battery to the tool.
  6. Push the tool's deployment switch. The airbag should deploy (deployment is both highly audible and visible: a loud noise and rapid inflation of the bag, followed by slow deflection)
  7. Dispose of the complete airbag. No part of it 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

If an intact airbag has been removed from a scrapped vehicle, or has been found defective or damage during transit, storage or service, it should be deployed as follows

  1. Confirm that the special is functioning properly by following the check procedure on this page.
  2. Position the airbag face up, outdoors on flat ground at least thirty feet (10meters) from any obstacles or people.

Disposal of damaged Airbag

  1. If installed in a vehicle, follow the removal procedure of driver's airbag front passenger's and side airbag.
  2. In all cases, make a short circuit by twisting together the two airbag inflator wires.
  3. Package the airbag in exactly the same packing that the new replacement part come in.