Airbag Disposal

Before scrapping any airbag (including one in a whole car to be scrapped) the airbag must be deployed. If the car is still within the warranty period, before deploying the airbag, the HONDA District Service Manager must give approval and/or special instructions. Only after an airbag is already deployed (as the result of vehicle collision, for example), can the normal scrapping procedure be done.
If the airbag appears intact (not deployed), it should be treated with extreme caution.
Follow the procedure, described below.
Deploying the Airbag: In-Car

NOTE: If an SRS car is to be entirely scrapped, its airbag should be deployed while still in the car. An airbag should not be considered a salvageable part and should never be installed in another car.
AWARNING Confirm that the airbag assembly is securely mounted; otherwise, severe personal injury could result during deployment.
1. Disconnect both the negative cable and then the positive cable from the battery.
2. Confirm that the special tool is functioning properly by following the check procedure on the label of the tool set box or on page 23-292.
3. Remove the access panel, then disconnect the connector between the airbag and cable reel.

4. Cut off the airbag connector, then strip the wire ends and connect the special tool alligator clips to them. Place the special tool approximately thirty feet away from the airbag.