Vaz 21213 Repair Manual page 212

WARNING. Never fit the steering wheel SRS-40 to other
vehicle models, since the impact sensor in the gas genera-
tor is tailored to parameters and characteristics of VAZ-
21213 vehicle and its versions.
Due to variations in parameters and characteristics among
vehicle models and within similar models of different production
years, NEVER use the SRS-40 components for other vehicles. In
the event the adjustments are lost or a component is damaged in
an accident or during dismantling, do not reuse the SRS-40 com-
ponents.
In case of an accident the impact sensor inside the inflator
module receives an impact force pulse and at the preset pulse
level activates the system, releasing gas (nitrogen) through the
holes in the housing, filling the airbag that is folded inside the
module. During the airbag filling, it breaks through the central
seam on the steering wheel trim pad, which halves go open up
and down respectively. The airbag of 40 litre capacity is deployed
in front of the steering wheel.
The protective function of the steering wheel with the SRS-40
airbag is intended for one application only, therefore after the
accident renew the steering wheel complete with the inflator,
airbag module and other steering-related parts damaged.
Fig.9-39. Steering wheel:
1 - adapter (for inflator unit fitting); 2 - lock spring; 3 - horn button; 4 - locking tab;
Ä - device for setting system to ready position - D-shaped lug; Ç - hole in adapter
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The steering fitted with an airbag features a different, original
steering wheel, which houses the gas generator and airbag mod-
ule unit, there is also an original bracket to secure the steering
column. Refer to chapter 5 for design description and repair
instructions with respect to other steering-associated units and
components.
Removal and refitting
WARNING
1. Always use eye protection and wear gloves when
working with the gas generator or airbag module.
2. Always keep on the lateral side of the steering wheel
when working with the gas generator or airbag module.
Never place anything on the steering wheel or between the
steering wheel and a worker.
3. Never use the gas generator unit when it happened to
fall from over 1 meter height or has evident damages.
4. Do not store the gas generator at temperatures above
52°ë.
5. When handling the gas generator, always keep the
holes outward; on any surfaces position the holes upward;
never put anything on the gas generator.