OEM 2004 Toyota Avalon Air Bag

2004 Toyota Avalon Air Bag Parts Q&A

• Q: What precautions should be taken when deploying an Air Bag while scrapping a vehicle equipped with an SRS on 2004 Toyota Avalon?

  A: It is a mandatory requirement to deploy Air Bags from vehicles before scrapping using the special tool 09082-00700 (SRS Air Bag Deployment Tool). Outdoor operations should be used when deploying the Air Bag and the steering wheel pad deployment area must remain not less than 10 m (33 ft) away from its position. A pre-deployment check of the Special Service Tool functionality requires attaching the red clip to the battery positive terminal and the black clip to the negative terminal with the yellow connector of the supplemental restraint system left disconnected. Use the Special Service Tool only if the activation switch produces visible LED illumination. Tool malfunctions indicate improper usage. The tool should be disconnected from the battery before proceeding to remove the steering column cover along with disconnecting the spiral cable's Air Bag connector. Use the Special Service Tool to connect the Air Bag terminals but prevent the secondary lock of twin connectors from locking because it might cause damage. The tool needs to be positioned at least 10 m (33 ft) from the vehicle when shuttling back the tool to reconnect it to the battery while securing all windows and doors. Proceed with deploying the Air Bag after verifying the area inside the vehicle and all space within 10 m (33 ft) is empty and then activate the Air Bag through the deployment switch. Perform all manipulations of the hot steering wheel pad with gloves and eye protection after leaving it undisturbed for thirty minutes. Then wash your hands thoroughly using water. Lack of water contact with the deployed Air Bag is essential. Before scrapping a vehicle owners should use gloves and safety glasses to deploy an Air Bag inside the steering wheel pad keeping it in place. Activation of the Air Bag occurs at the same time the LED activation switch illuminates.