Subaru Impreza 2003 Service Manual page 2824

DISPOSAL OF AIRBAG MODULE (DEPLOYING AFTER REMOVAL FROM VEHI-
AIRBAG SYSTEM
7) Connect the adapter A connector to airbag mod-
ule.
8) Install the airbag module with pad side facing up-
ward on 14 inch or greater size wheel with tire.
9) Put three tires without a wheel on the tire in-
stalled with the airbag module. Put on an additional
tire with a wheel on top, and then fasten them tight
with a rope.
10) Move the battery at least 5 m (16 ft) from vehi-
cle, and secure the nearby area. Connect the de-
ployment tool alligator clip to the battery negative
(−) terminal.
(1) More than 5 m (16 ft)
CLE)
11) Connect the other cable of the deployment tool
to the battery positive (+) terminal. Then, deploy the
airbag module.
AB-00052
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.
12) Wrap the deployed airbag module in an airtight
vinyl bag, and discard it.
SB-00025
SB-00065
AB-26
SB-00018
AB-00043