DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITH AIRBAG) When scrapping vehicles equipped with an airbag system or disposing of a steering wheel pad (with airbag), always first deploy the airbag in accordance with the procedure described below. If any abnormality occurs with the airbag deployment, contact the SERVICE DEPT. of TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. Never dispose of a steering wheel pad which has an undeployed airbag. When disposing of a steering wheel pad with an airbag deployed in a collision, follow the same procedure given under "AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURE (WHEN SCRAPPING THE VEHICLE), part b, DISPOSAL OF STEERING WHEEL PAD (WITH "AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT")" (See page AB-84). PRECAUTIONS FOR AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT 1. The airbag produces a sizeable exploding sound when it deploys, so perform the operation out-of-doors and where it will not create a nuisance to nearby residents. 2. When deploying the airbag, always use the specified SST; SRS AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT TOOL (SST 09082-00700). Perform the operation in a place away from electrical noise. 3. When deploying an airbag, perform the operation from at least 10 m (33 ft) away from the steering wheel pad. 4. A steering wheel pad (with airbag) deployed is very hot, so leave it alone for at least 30 minutes after deployment. 5. Use gloves and safety glasses when handling a steering wheel pad with deployed airbag. 6. Always wash your hands with water after completing the operation. 7. Do not apply water, etc. to a steering wheel pad with deployed airbag. AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURE (WHEN SCRAPPING VEHICLE) HINT: Have a battery ready as the power source to deploy the airbag. 1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BATTERY CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery (See page AB-2).