Mazda RX-8 Manual page 2286

WARNING:
The driver-side air bag module is a dual inflator type. If one inflator is forced to operate (deploy), the
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other may operate (deploy) accidentally. To prevent injury while disposing of the air bag module, make
sure to operate (deploy) both driver-side air bag module inflators simultaneously, following the
procedure below.
NOTE:
The SSTs , two types of adapter harnesses (for inflators No.1 and No.2) and two deployment tools are to
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be used to operate (deploy) the driver-side air bag module.
1. Remove the driver-side air bag module.
(See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Connect the SSTs (Adapter harness) to the driver-side air bag module as shown in the figure.
3. Install the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Connect the SSTs (Deployment tool) to the SSTs (Adapter harness).
5. Connect both SSTs (Deployment tool) to the battery. Connect the power supply red clip to the positive
battery terminal, and the black clip to the negative battery terminal.
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