Disposal Procedures: Notes

1987 Volvo 760 Turbo, 4D Sedan, AW71LSECTION Notes
WARNING: An undeployed air bag module should never be disposed of without first deploying air bag. See SCRAPPED VEHICLEΒ  . If deployment is not possible, contact vehicle manufacturer for further instructions.

Several situations may arise requiring some form of disposal action, including:

  • Scrapping a vehicle containing a deployed air bag module.
  • Scrapping a vehicle with a live air bag module.
  • Disposal of a live but electrically faulty air bag module.
  • Disposal of a deployed air bag module.
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