Inspection and Repair
WARNING:
THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY BECAUSE A FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT. OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
The inflator module consists of a cover, air bag, inflator, and retainer. Inspect the inflator module mainly for the following:
- Check for holes, cracks, severe blemishes and deformation on the cover.
- Check that the retainer is not deformed.
- Check for defects such as damage and breakage in the lead wire for the igniter.
Replace the inflator module if a defect is found during inspection.