Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 229

Using the active DTC information, refer to the Airbag Squib Status table to determine the status of both driver
and passenger airbag squibs.

CLEANUP PROCEDURE

AIRBAG SQUIB STATUS

IF THE ACTIVE DTC IS:

CONDITIONS

SQUIB STATUS

Driver or Passenger Squib 1
open

AND the stored DTC minutes for both Driver
or Passenger squibs are within 15 minutes of
each other

Both Squib 1 and 2 were
used.

Driver or Passenger Squib 2
open
Driver or Passenger Squib 1
open

AND the stored DTC minutes for Driver or
Passenger Squib 2 open is GREATER than the
stored DTC minutes for Driver or Passenger
Squib 1 by 15 minutes or more

Squib 1 was used; Squib 2 is
live.

Driver or Passenger Squib 2
open
Driver or Passenger Squib 1
open

AND the stored DTC minutes for Driver or
Passenger Squib 1 open is GREATER than the
stored DTC minutes for Driver or Passenger
Squib 2 by 15 minutes or more

Squib 1 is live; Squib 2 was
used.

Driver or Passenger Squib 2
open
Driver or Passenger Squib 1
open

AND Driver or Passenger Squib 2 open is
NOT an active code

Squib 1 was used; Squib 2 is
live.

Driver or Passenger Squib 2
open

AND Driver or Passenger Squib 1 open is
NOT an active code

Squib 1 is live; Squib 2 was
used.

NOTE:

If none of the Driver or Passenger Squib 1 or 2 open are active codes, the status
of the airbag squibs is unknown. In this case the airbag should be handled and
disposed of as if the squibs were both live.

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Fig. 5: Safety Glasses & Rubber Gloves - Typical
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

Following a supplemental restraint deployment, the vehicle interior will contain a powdery residue. This residue
consists primarily of harmless particulate by-products of the small pyrotechnic charge that initiates the
propellant used to deploy a supplemental restraint. However, this residue may also contain traces of sodium
hydroxide powder, a chemical by-product of the propellant material that is used to generate the inert gas that
inflates the airbag. Since sodium hydroxide powder can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat, be certain to wear
safety glasses, rubber gloves, and a long-sleeved shirt during cleanup.

WARNING:

To avoid serious or fatal injury, if you experience skin irritation during
cleanup, run cool water over the affected area. Also, if you experience
irritation of the nose or throat, exit the vehicle for fresh air until the
irritation ceases. If irritation continues, see a physician.

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Fig. 6: Vacuum Heater & A/C Outlets - Typical
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

1. Begin the cleanup by using a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual powder from the vehicle interior.

Clean from outside the vehicle and work your way inside, so that you avoid kneeling or sitting on a non-
cleaned area.

2. Be certain to vacuum the heater and air conditioning outlets as well. Run the heater and air conditioner

blower on the lowest speed setting and vacuum any powder expelled from the outlets.

3. Next, remove the deployed supplemental restraints from the vehicle. Refer to the appropriate service

CAUTION: Deployed front airbags having two initiators (squibs) in the airbag

inflator may or may not have live pyrotechnic material within the
inflator. Do not dispose of these airbags unless you are certain of
complete deployment. Refer to step AIRBAG SQUIB STATUS. All
damaged, ineffective, or non-deployed supplemental restraints which
are replaced on vehicles are to be handled and disposed of properly.
If an airbag or seat belt tensioner unit is ineffective or damaged and
non-deployed, refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for
proper disposal. Be certain to dispose of all non-deployed and
deployed supplemental restraints in a manner consistent with state,
provincial, local and federal regulations.

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removal procedures.

4. You may need to vacuum the interior of the vehicle a second time to recover all of the powder.

HANDLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS

At no time should any source of electricity be permitted near the inflator on the back of a non-deployed airbag
or seat belt tensioner. When carrying a non-deployed airbag, the trim cover or airbag cushion side of the unit
should be pointed away from the body to minimize injury in the event of an accidental deployment. If the airbag
unit is placed on a bench or any other surface, the trim cover or airbag cushion side of the unit should be face up
to minimize movement in the event of an accidental deployment.

When handling a non-deployed seat belt retractor tensioner, take proper care to keep fingers out from under the
retractor cover and away from the seat belt webbing where it exits from the retractor cover. When handling a
non-deployed seat belt buckle tensioner, take proper care to keep fingers away from the scabbard between the
buckle and the tensioner unit. In addition, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) should be disarmed
whenever any steering wheel, steering column, seat belt tensioner, airbag, impact sensor Occupant
Classification System (OCS), or instrument panel components require diagnosis or service. Failure to observe
this warning could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.

All damaged, ineffective or non-deployed airbags and seat belt tensioners which are replaced on vehicles are to
be handled and disposed of properly. If an airbag or seat belt tensioner unit is ineffective or damaged and non-
deployed, refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for information regarding the potentially hazardous
properties of the subject component and the proper safe handling procedures. Then dispose of all non-deployed
and deployed airbags and seat belt tensioners in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local and federal
regulations.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT STORAGE

Airbags and seat belt tensioners must be stored in their original, special container until they are used for service.
Also, they must be stored in a clean, dry environment; away from sources of extreme heat, sparks, and high
electrical energy. Always place or store any airbag on a surface with its trim cover or airbag cushion side facing
up, to minimize movement in case of an accidental deployment.

SPECIFICATIONS

RESTRAINT SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION

N.m

Ft. Lbs.

In. Lbs.

Clockspring Mounting

Screws

3

-

27

Curtain Airbag Mounting

Nuts

8

-

71

Front Impact Sensor

Mounting Nut

8

-

71

Side Impact Sensor

7

-

62

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