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Disposal Procedures: Notes

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Undeployed inflator modules must not be disposed of at normal refuse locations. Undeployed inflator modules contain substances which can cause illness or injury if handled improperly. Disposal of inflator module in any manner inconsistent with proper procedures may be a violation of federal, state and/or local laws. See AIR BAG DISPOSAL PROCEDURES table.

Transportation of undeployed inflator modules is regulated by hazardous materials regulations of Department of Transportation (DOT) and most state governments. Special shipping procedures are required. Repair shops should check with hazardous material section of their respective state governments for applicable shipping requirements.

AIR BAG DISPOSAL PROCEDURES

Condition Instructions
Inflator Module Replacement
Deployed Air Bag (1) Dispose Of In Usual Manner
Faulty But Live Inflator Module (2) Return For Disposal
Vehicle To Be Scrapped
Deployed Air Bag (1) Dispose Of In Usual Manner
Live Inflator Module (3)
(1) See DEPLOYED AIR BAG.
(2) See UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG - FAULTY UNIT.
(3) Deploy air bag using either PROCEDURE 1 or 2. See SCRAPPED VEHICLE.