Disposal Procedures: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Before scrapping any air bags or seat belt tensioners, including those installed in a vehicle to be scrapped, they must be deployed. Treat undeployed air bags and seat belt tensioners with extreme care. Wear safety glasses and gloves when handling deployed them. Wash hands and rinse well with water after handling deployed air bag assemblies and seat belt tensioners.
If vehicle is still within warranty period, contact manufacturer for disposal instructions before deploying air bags.