Forced activation of airbags and pretensioners in a car
If the entire vehicle with SRS is to be scrapped, its airbags and pretensioners must be activated directly in the vehicle. Airbags and pretensioners are not reusable and should never be installed on another vehicle.
Activation of airbags and pretensioners is carried out according to the instructions attached to the relevant special equipment.
The entire airbag or pretensioner module must be discarded. None of its parts can be reused. Place the module in a strong plastic bag and seal securely.
Forced deployment of airbags not installed on the vehicle
Intact airbags and pretensioners removed from a scrapped vehicle, defective airbags, as well as airbags damaged during transportation, storage or service, are subject to mandatory activation, performed as follows:
1. Make sure that the special equipment is functioning correctly by following the instructions that come with it.
2. Lay the module outdoors with the cushion up. The location of the pillow should be flat and be at least 10 m away from any obstacles or people.
Airbag disposal
1. If the airbag is installed in the car, remove it.
2. In any case, interconnect the two wires of the pyrotechnic airbag module.
3. Pack the defective airbag or pretensioner in the package of a new airbag or pretensioner intended to be installed as a replacement.
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