Subaru Impreza 2003 Service Manual page 2821

DISPOSAL OF AIRBAG MODULE (DEPLOYING WHILE INSTALLED IN VEHICLE)
AIRBAG SYSTEM
9) Move the battery at least 5 m (16 ft) from vehicle,
and secure the nearby area. Connect the deploy-
ment tool alligator clip to the battery negative (−)
terminal.
10) Connect the other cable of the deployment tool
to the battery positive (+) terminal. Then, deploy the
airbag module.
SB-00018
CAUTION:
• After deployment, the airbag module will be
especially hot. Leave it unattended for 40 min-
utes, and then discard it.
• Do not let water get on the deployed airbag
module.
11) Remove the side airbag module. <Ref. to AB-
14, REMOVAL, Side Airbag Module.>
12) Wrap the deployed airbag module in an airtight
vinyl bag, and discard it.
AB-00043
AB-23