Land Rover Range Rover Body Repair Rover Manual

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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OPERATION
The airbag supplementary restraint system (SRS) is a
safety device which, when used in conjunction with
the seat belt, is designed to protect the driver and
front passenger in the event of a frontal collision.
The diagnostic control unit (DCU) is able to distinguish
between rough road conditions and a frontal collision.
If the DCU detects a frontal collision of sufficient
severity, it sends a fire signal to the airbag...

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PRECAUTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Making the system safe
Before commencing repair work on any airbag
components:
·Remove the key from the starter switch.
·Disconnect both battery leads, earth lead
first.
·Wait 10 minutes for DCU back-up power
circuit to discharge.Care Points
WARNING: The airbag module contains
Sodium Azide which is poisonous and
extremely flammable. Contact with water,
acid or heavy metals may produce harmful or
explosive compounds. Do not dismantle,...

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PRECAUTIONS NEVER
·Drop any airbag system component.
NOTE: The airbag DCU is a shock
sensitive device and must be handled with
extreme care.
·Wrap arms around an airbag module.
·Attach anything to the airbag cover.
·Attempt to repair any component.
·Apply electrical power to a component
unless instructed to do so by an approved
test procedure.
·Transport airbag modules in the passenger
compartment of a car. Use the luggage
compartment.
·Install any...

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PRECAUTIONS ·If no designated storage area is available,
then the luggage compartment of the
vehicle should be used. Always lock the
luggage compartment when an airbag
module is stored in it and inform the
workshop supervisor.
WARNING: If the airbag module is
improperly stored face down, accidental
deployment could propel the unit with
enough force to cause serious injury.
·Store the removed airbag assembly on a
secure flat surface away from any electrical
equipment or...

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PRECAUTIONS WIRING AND CONNECTORS
·Never attempt to modify, splice or repair
the airbag wiring. Never install electronic
equipment such as; a mobile telephone,
two-way radio or in-car entertainment
system in such a way that it interferes
electrically with the airbag wiring.
·Always ensure airbag wiring is routed
correctly. Be careful to avoid trapping or
pinching the airbag wiring. Look for
possible points of chaffing.
·Always use specified earth...

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PRECAUTIONS WARNING LABELS
A combination of symbols/icons are displayed (either
in a suitable, prominent position or attached to the
component itself) to indicate:
·The need for caution when working in close
proximity to SRS components.
·The publication where suitable reference
and advice can be found (usually Repair
Manual or Owners Handbook).
NOTE: It is imperative that before any work
is undertaken on the SRS system that the
appropriate publication is read and...

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PRECAUTIONS 5.Airbag modules
A- Land Rover bar code. The code number(s) must be
recorded if the airbag module is to be replaced.
B- Warning, the use of gas generators is permitted
only for occupant restraint systems in vehicles fitted
with airbags. Not repairable. Handling is permitted
only by authorized personnel. Do not use any live
electrical test equipment. Do not open, remove or
install in another vehicle. Risk of malfunction and
personal injury....

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PRECAUTIONS AIRBAG MANUAL DEPLOYMENT
If a vehicle is to be scrapped and contains an
undeployed airbag module, the module must be
manually deployed. This operation should only be
carried out using the following recommended manual
deployment procedure.
Before deployment is started, the deployment tool self
test should be carried out.
Deployment tool SMD 4082/1 self test procedure
1.Insert blue and yellow connectors of tool lead
into corresponding sockets on face of tool....

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PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Ensure tool SMD 4082/1 is not
connected to battery.
4.Connect flylead SMD 4082/5 to airbag
connector.
5.Connect flylead SMD 4082/5 to tool SMD
4082/1.
WARNING: Ensure airbag module is
secure within steering wheel.
6.Connect tool SMD 4082/1 to battery.
WARNING: Ensure all personnel are
standing at least 15 metres away from
vehicle.
7.Press both operating buttons to deploy airbag
module.
8.DO NOT return to airbag module for 30...

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PRECAUTIONS Passengers airbag module
1.Carry out deployment tool self test.
2.Remove glove box assembly.
See CHASSIS
AND BODY, Repair.
3.Release airbag connector from fascia and
disconnect multiplug.
WARNING: Ensure tool SMD 4982/1 is not
connected to battery.
4.Connect flylead SMD 4082/5 to harness
connector.
5.Connect flylead SMD 4082/5 to tool SMD
4082/1.
WARNING: Ensure airbag module is
secure within fascia.
6.Connect tool SMD 4082/1 to battery.
WARNING: Ensure all...