belt LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2001 Workshop Manual

CONTENTS
4CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 10-1
MAINTENANCE
Td4 - Diesel Engine - Under Bonnet View ...................................................................................... 10-1
K1.8 – Petrol Engine – Under Bonnet View .................................................................................... 10-2
KV6 – Petrol Engine – Under Bonnet View .................................................................................... 10-3
Seats and Seat Belts ...................................................................................................................... 10-4
Lamps, Horns and Warning Indicators ........................................................................................... 10-4
Wipers and Washers ...................................................................................................................... 10-5
Handbrake ...................................................................................................................................... 10-5
Alarm Handset Battery.................................................................................................................... 10-6
Road Wheels .................................................................................................................................. 10-6
Tyres ............................................................................................................................................... 10-7
Brake Pads and Calipers ................................................................................................................ 10-7
Brake Fluid...................................................................................................................................... 10-9
Road Wheel Speed Sensors .......................................................................................................... 10-9
Fuel Filter - Petrol ........................................................................................................................... 10-10
Fuel Filter - Diesel........................................................................................................................... 10-10
Fuel Pump and Filter assembly - Diesel - 03 Model Year onwards ................................................ 10-10
Fuel Sedimenter - Diesel - 03 Model Year onwards ....................................................................... 10-10
Door Locks, Hinges, Check Straps and Bonnet Catch ................................................................... 10-11
Anti-freeze ...................................................................................................................................... 10-12
Cooling System and Intercooler...................................................................................................... 10-12
Vent filter - turbocharger boost control solenoid valve - Td4 .......................................................... 10-13
Spark Plugs – K1.8 ......................................................................................................................... 10-13
Spark Plugs – KV6.......................................................................................................................... 10-13
Air Cleaner – Petrol Models ............................................................................................................ 10-13
Ancillary Drive Belt – Td4 ............................................................................................................... 10-14
Ancillary Drive Belt – K1.8 .............................................................................................................. 10-14
Ancillary Drive Belt – KV6 ............................................................................................................... 10-15
Camshaft Timing Belt – K1.8 .......................................................................................................... 10-15
Camshaft Timing Belt – KV6........................................................................................................... 10-16
Brake/Clutch Reservoir ................................................................................................................... 10-16
PAS Fluid Level .............................................................................................................................. 10-17
Intermediate Reduction Drive - Non NAS models .......................................................................... 10-17
Intermediate Reduction Drive - NAS models .................................................................................. 10-18
Manual Gearbox – PG1 .................................................................................................................. 10-18
Manual Gearbox – GETRAG .......................................................................................................... 10-19
Automatic Gearbox – JATCO ......................................................................................................... 10-19
Rear Axle ........................................................................................................................................ 10-20
Clutch Pipes and Unions ................................................................................................................ 10-21
Windscreen and Rear Washer Reservoir ....................................................................................... 10-21
Battery ............................................................................................................................................ 10-21
Engine Oil and Filter – Td4 ............................................................................................................. 10-22
Engine Oil and Filter – K1.8 ............................................................................................................ 10-23
Engine Oil and Filter – KV6 ............................................................................................................ 10-24
Fuel Hoses and Pipes..................................................................................................................... 10-25
Brake Hoses and Pipes ................................................................................................................. 10-26
Check Exhaust System................................................................................................................... 10-26
Suspension ..................................................................................................................................... 10-27
Steering ......................................................................................................................................... 10-28
Road Test ....................................................................................................................................... 10-28
Endorse Service Record ................................................................................................................. 10-30
Report any Unusual Features ......................................................................................................... 10-30

CONTENTS
CONTENTS 5
ENGINE - K SERIES KV6 ......................................................................... 12-3-1
ADJUSTMENTS
Engine oil pressure check ............................................................................................................... 12-3-1
REPAIRS
Camshafts - LH cylinder head......................................................................................................... 12-3-3
Camshafts - RH cylinder head ........................................................................................................ 12-3-5
Inlet camshaft front oil seal ............................................................................................................. 12-3-8
Camshaft rear oil seal ..................................................................................................................... 12-3-9
Pulley - crankshaft ......................................................................................................................... 12-3-10
Crankshaft front oil seal .................................................................................................................. 12-3-11
Crankshaft rear oil seal ................................................................................................................... 12-3-12
Cylinder head gasket - LH .............................................................................................................. 12-3-13
Cylinder head gasket - RH .............................................................................................................. 12-3-16
Camshaft cover gasket - LH - Up to 03MY ..................................................................................... 12-3-20
Camshaft cover gasket - LH - from 03MY ....................................................................................... 12-3-21
Camshaft cover gasket - RH ........................................................................................................... 12-3-23
Cover - engine acoustic ................................................................................................................. 12-3-25
Engine and automatic gearbox - up to 03MY .................................................................................. 12-3-25
Engine and automatic gearbox - from 03MY .................................................................................. 12-3-35
Arm assembly - engine mounting RH ........................................................................................... 12-3-45
Engine mounting - LH ..................................................................................................................... 12-3-46
Hydramount - engine - RH ............................................................................................................. 12-3-47
Engine steady - upper RH ............................................................................................................... 12-3-47
Engine steady - lower ..................................................................................................................... 12-3-48
Torque converter drive plate ........................................................................................................... 12-3-49
Filter - engine oil ............................................................................................................................ 12-3-50
Oil pick-up strainer .......................................................................................................................... 12-3-50
Gasket - oil pump ........................................................................................................................... 12-3-51
Sump - reseal.................................................................................................................................. 12-3-53
Switch - oil pressure ....................................................................................................................... 12-3-54
Oil pressure relief valve .................................................................................................................. 12-3-55
Oil cooler - engine ........................................................................................................................... 12-3-57
Camshaft timing belt ....................................................................................................................... 12-3-58
Camshaft timing belt cover - RH front ............................................................................................. 12-3-66
Camshaft timing belt cover - LH front ............................................................................................. 12-3-67
Camshaft timing belt cover - LH rear .............................................................................................. 12-3-68
Camshaft timing belt cover - RH rear .............................................................................................. 12-3-68
Camshaft rear timing belt - LH cylinder head .................................................................................. 12-3-69
Camshaft rear timing belt - RH cylinder head ................................................................................. 12-3-73
OVERHAUL
Piston assemblies - engine set ....................................................................................................... 12-3-77
Crankshaft front oil seal ................................................................................................................ 12-3-80
Crankshaft rear oil seal ................................................................................................................... 12-3-81
Crankshaft....................................................................................................................................... 12-3-82
Cylinder head gasket - LH .............................................................................................................. 12-3-87
Cylinder head gasket - RH .............................................................................................................. 12-3-91
Cylinder head - decarbonise ........................................................................................................... 12-3-94
Oil pump - Overhaul ........................................................................................................................ 12-3-104
Sump - engine oil ........................................................................................................................... 12-3-106
Camshaft timing belt ....................................................................................................................... 12-3-107

CONTENTS
10 CONTENTS
REAR AXLE & FINAL DRIVE ................................................................... 51-1
REPAIRS
Differential assembly ..................................................................................................................... 51-1
Cover - rear - differential ................................................................................................................. 51-2
Bush - differential mounting - front ................................................................................................. 51-3
Bush - differential mounting - rear ................................................................................................. 51-4
Oil seal - pinion .............................................................................................................................. 51-5
Oil seal - differential housing ......................................................................................................... 51-6
STEERING ................................................................................................ 57-1
ADJUSTMENTS
Power assisted steering (PAS) system - bleed............................................................................... 57-1
Cable - key interlock - adjust .......................................................................................................... 57-1
Front wheel alignment - check & adjust .......................................................................................... 57-2
Alignment - rear wheel - check & adjust ......................................................................................... 57-3
Power steering - pressure test ........................................................................................................ 57-4
REPAIRS
Power steering rack ........................................................................................................................ 57-5
Gaiter - PAS rack ............................................................................................................................ 57-8
Oil cooler - Td4 & K1.8 models ....................................................................................................... 57-9
Oil cooler - KV6 models .................................................................................................................. 57-10
Drive belt - K1.8 .............................................................................................................................. 57-11
Pump - steering - KV6 .................................................................................................................... 57-12
Pump - steering - K1.8 .................................................................................................................... 57-14
Pump - steering - Td4 ..................................................................................................................... 57-15
Nacelle - column ............................................................................................................................. 57-16
Column lock & ignition/starter switch assembly .............................................................................. 57-17
Cable - key interlock ....................................................................................................................... 57-18
Column assembly - inner & outer ................................................................................................... 57-19
Ball joint - track rod ......................................................................................................................... 57-23
Track rod......................................................................................................................................... 57-24
Steering wheel ................................................................................................................................ 57-25
FRONT SUSPENSION .............................................................................. 60-1
REPAIRS
Anti roll bar...................................................................................................................................... 60-1
Ball joint link - anti roll bar .............................................................................................................. 60-2
Mounting rubbers - anti roll bar - set .............................................................................................. 60-2
Bearing - hub ................................................................................................................................. 60-3
Damper .......................................................................................................................................... 60-7
Lower arm assembly ...................................................................................................................... 60-10
Rear beam ..................................................................................................................................... 60-13
Bush - lower arm - front .................................................................................................................. 60-15
Bush - lower arm - rear ................................................................................................................... 60-16

CONTENTS
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RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ............................................................................ 75-1
REPAIRS
Automatic belt assembly - front - 3 door ......................................................................................... 75-1
Automatic belt assembly - front - 5 door ......................................................................................... 75-2
Seat belt - centre - rear ................................................................................................................... 75-3
Seat belt - rear - LH ........................................................................................................................ 75-4
Adjustable mounting - seat belt - 'B' pillar ....................................................................................... 75-5
Stalk - rear seat belt - LH - 3 door .................................................................................................. 75-6
Stalk - rear seat belt - LH - 5 door .................................................................................................. 75-7
Pre-tensioner - seat belt - front ....................................................................................................... 75-8
Pre-tensioner - seat belt - front - deployment - off vehicle ............................................................. 75-9
Stalk - rear seat belt - centre .......................................................................................................... 75-11
Air bag - steering wheel .................................................................................................................. 75-13
Air bag - fascia - passenger - up to 04MY ...................................................................................... 75-14
Air bag - fascia - passenger - from 04MY ....................................................................................... 75-15
Diagnostic control unit (DCU) ........................................................................................................ 75-16
Airbag - passenger - deployment - off vehicle ............................................................................... 75-17
Rotary coupler - (SRS) air bag system ........................................................................................... 75-19
Airbag module - steering wheel - deployment - off vehicle ............................................................ 75-20
Airbag module - steering wheel - deployment - in-vehicle .............................................................. 75-21
Pre-tensioner - front seatbelt - deployment - in-vehicle .................................................................. 75-23
DOORS...................................................................................................... 76-1-1
ADJUSTMENTS
Door - front or rear - adjust on striker ............................................................................................ 76-1-1
Door - front - align on hinges .......................................................................................................... 76-1-2
REPAIRS
Door assembly - front - remove for access & refit .......................................................................... 76-1-3
Door assembly - rear - remove for access & refit ........................................................................... 76-1-4
Door - tail assembly - remove for access & refit ............................................................................. 76-1-5
Glass - front door .......................................................................................................................... 76-1-6
Glass - rear door ............................................................................................................................ 76-1-7
Rubber/felt - glass channel - front door ........................................................................................ 76-1-8
Rubber/felt - glass channel - rear door .......................................................................................... 76-1-9
Glass - tail door .............................................................................................................................. 76-1-10
Quarter light - rear door .................................................................................................................. 76-1-11
Glass regulator - tail door .............................................................................................................. 76-1-12
Seal - waist inner - tail door ............................................................................................................ 76-1-13
Trim casing - front door - 3 door .................................................................................................... 76-1-14
Trim casing - front door - 5 door - up to 04MY................................................................................ 76-1-15
Trim casing - front door - 5 door - from 04MY ................................................................................ 76-1-16
Trim casing - rear door - up to 04MY .............................................................................................. 76-1-18
Trim casing - rear door - from 04MY............................................................................................... 76-1-20
Trim casing - tail door ..................................................................................................................... 76-1-22
Plastic sheet - front door - lower - 3 door........................................................................................ 76-1-23
Pocket - front door - 3 door ............................................................................................................. 76-1-23
Plastic sheet - front door - upper - 3 door ....................................................................................... 76-1-24
Plastic sheet - tail door ................................................................................................................... 76-1-24
Plastic sheet - front door - 5 door .................................................................................................. 76-1-25
Plastic sheet - rear door.................................................................................................................. 76-1-25
Latch - front door - 3 door ............................................................................................................... 76-1-26
Latch - front door - 5 door .............................................................................................................. 76-1-27
Latch - rear door ............................................................................................................................. 76-1-28
Latch - tail door ............................................................................................................................... 76-1-29

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HEATING AND VENTILATION ................................................................. 80-1
REPAIRS
Controls - heater - up to 04MY ....................................................................................................... 80-1
Controls - heater - from 04MY ........................................................................................................ 80-2
Servo - air recirculation .................................................................................................................. 80-3
Switch - recirculation control .......................................................................................................... 80-3
Switch - fan - front heater .............................................................................................................. 80-4
Ventilator - face level - LH ............................................................................................................. 80-5
Plenum - air intake ......................................................................................................................... 80-6
Heater unit ..................................................................................................................................... 80-7
Element - positive temperature co-efficient (PTC) heater - Td4 models......................................... 80-10
Harness - positive temperature co-efficient (PTC) heater - Td4 models ........................................ 80-11
Microswitch - positive temperature co-efficient (PTC) heater - Td4 models ................................... 80-14
Blower assembly ............................................................................................................................ 80-14
Resistor unit - fan motor ................................................................................................................ 80-15
Matrix - heater................................................................................................................................. 80-15
Relay - power - positive temperature co-efficient (PTC) - Td4 models ........................................... 80-16
Relay - control - positive temperature co-efficient (PTC) - Td4 models .......................................... 80-17
Fuel burning heater (FBH) .............................................................................................................. 80-18
Sensor - outside temperature (OT) ................................................................................................. 80-19
Fuel pump - fuel burning heater - up to 03MY ................................................................................ 80-20
Fuel pump - fuel burning heater - from 03MY ................................................................................. 80-21
AIR CONDITIONING ................................................................................. 82-1
REFRIGERANT RECOVERY, RECYCLING AND RECHARGING
Refrigerant recovery - recycling and recharge................................................................................ 82-1
ADJUSTMENTS
Drive belt - compressor - Td4 ......................................................................................................... 82-3
REPAIRS
Drive belt - compressor - Td4 ......................................................................................................... 82-5
Compressor - Td4 ........................................................................................................................... 82-6
Compressor - KV6 .......................................................................................................................... 82-7
Compressor - K1.8.......................................................................................................................... 82-8
Condenser ...................................................................................................................................... 82-10
Receiver drier ................................................................................................................................. 82-12
Switch - control ............................................................................................................................... 82-13
Sensor - refrigerant pressure .......................................................................................................... 82-14
Valve - thermostatic expansion (TXV) ............................................................................................ 82-15
Evaporator ..................................................................................................................................... 82-16

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CONTENTS 19
WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................................................................ 84-1
REPAIRS
Reservoir - washer ......................................................................................................................... 84-1
Jet - washer - each ........................................................................................................................ 84-2
Pump - washer ............................................................................................................................... 84-2
Arm - wiper - each .......................................................................................................................... 84-3
Blade - wiper - each ....................................................................................................................... 84-3
Motor & linkage - wiper .................................................................................................................. 84-4
Switch - wiper/washer .................................................................................................................... 84-4
Pump - washer ............................................................................................................................... 84-5
Arm - wiper ..................................................................................................................................... 84-5
Blade - wiper .................................................................................................................................. 84-6
Motor - wiper .................................................................................................................................. 84-7
Switch - combined wiper/washer ................................................................................................... 84-8
Relay - tailgate wipe - 5 door ......................................................................................................... 84-8
CHARGING AND STARTING ................................................................... 86-1-1
ADJUSTMENTS
Ancillary drive belt - K1.8 ............................................................................................................... 86-1-1
Ancillary drive belt - K1.8 with A/C .................................................................................................. 86-1-2
REPAIRS
Alternator - Td4 ............................................................................................................................... 86-1-3
Alternator - KV6 .............................................................................................................................. 86-1-5
Alternator - K1.8 .............................................................................................................................. 86-1-6
Ancillary drive belt - Td4 ................................................................................................................. 86-1-7
Ancillary drive belt - K1.8 without A/C ............................................................................................. 86-1-8
Ancillary drive belt - K1.8 with A/C .................................................................................................. 86-1-9
Ancillary drive belt - KV6 ................................................................................................................. 86-1-10
Tensioner - ancillary drive belt - Td4 ............................................................................................... 86-1-11
Battery ............................................................................................................................................. 86-1-12
Carrier - battery ............................................................................................................................... 86-1-13
Relay - main .................................................................................................................................... 86-1-14
Starter motor - Td4 .......................................................................................................................... 86-1-15
Starter motor - KV6 ......................................................................................................................... 86-1-16
Starter motor - K1.8 ........................................................................................................................ 86-1-17
Relay - starter ................................................................................................................................. 86-1-18

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-20
Disciplines
Switch off the ignition prior to making any connection
or disconnection in the system, to prevent electrical
surges caused by disconnecting 'live' connections
damaging electronic components.
Ensure hands and work surfaces are clean and free
of grease, swarf, etc. Grease collects dirt which can
cause electrical tracking (short-circuits) or high-
resistance contacts.
When handling printed circuit boards, treat with care
and hold by the edges only; note that some electronic
components are susceptible to body static.
Connectors should never be subjected to forced
removal or refit, especially inter-board connectors.
Damaged contacts can cause short-circuit and
open-circuit fault conditions.
Prior to commencing test, and periodically during a
test, touch a good vehicle body earth to discharge
static charge. Some electronic components are
vulnerable to the static electricity that may be
generated by the operator.
Grease for electrical connectors
Some under bonnet and under body connectors may
be protected against corrosion by the application of a
special grease during vehicle production. Should
connectors be disturbed in service, or repaired or
replaced, additional grease should be re-applied:
Part No. BAU 5811, available in 150 gm tubs.
NOTE: The use of greases other than BAU 5811
must be avoided as they can migrate into relays,
switches etc. contaminating the contacts and leading
to intermittent operation or failure.
Supplementary restraint system
precautions
General
The Supplementary Restraint System (SRS)
provides active protection for vehicle occupants in
the event of a serious collision. The system
components include airbags and pre-tensioner seat
belts which are automatically deployed when a
severe frontal crash condition is detected.
The SRS pyrotechnic components could be
potentially hazardous to the service engineer if not
handled correctly. The following guidelines are
intended to alert the service engineer to potential
sources of danger and emphasise the importance of
ensuring the integrity of SRS components fitted to
the vehicle.
In order to assure system integrity, it is essential that
the SRS system is regularly checked and maintained
so that it is ready for operation in the event of an
accident.
Where necessary, additional specific precautions are
detailed in the relevant sections of this Manual which
should be referred to prior to commencing repair
operations.
WARNING: Always follow the 'SRS Precautions'
and the correct procedures for working on SRS
components. Persons working on SRS systems
must be fully trained and have been issued with
copies of the Safety guidelines.
WARNING: It is imperative that before any work
is undertaken on the SRS system the appropriate
information is read thoroughly.
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, incinerate or
bring into contact with electricity, before the unit
has been deployed.
WARNING: Always replace a seat belt assembly
that has withstood the strain of a severe vehicle
impact, or if the webbing shows signs of fraying.
WARNING: Always disconnect the vehicle
battery before carrying out any electric welding
on a vehicle fitted with an SRS system.
CAUTION: Do not expose an airbag module or
seat belt pre-tensioner to heat exceeding 85º C
(185º F).

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-21
It should be noted that these precautions are not
restricted to operations performed when servicing
the SRS system, the same care should be exercised
when working on ancillary systems and components
located in the vicinity of SRS components; these
include but are not limited to:
lSteering system – steering wheel airbag,
rotary coupler.
lFront fascia – passenger front airbag (where
fitted); SRS DCU behind centre console, on
transmission tunnel under the HeVAC system.
lFront seats – seat belt pre-tensioners, integral
with seat belt buckle assembly.
lElectrical system – SRS harnesses, link leads
and connectors.
Making the SRS system safe
Before working on or in the vicinity of SRS
components, ensure the system is rendered safe by
performing the following procedures:
lRemove the ignition key from the ignition switch.
lDisconnect both battery leads, earth lead first.
lWait 10 minutes for the SRS DCU back-up
power circuit to discharge.
The SRS system uses energy reserve capacitors
that keep the system active in the event of electrical
supply failure under crash conditions. It is necessary
to allow the capacitor sufficient time to discharge (10
minutes) in order to avoid the risk of accidental
deployment.
WARNING: Always disconnect both battery leads
before beginning work on the SRS system.
Disconnect the negative battery lead first. Never
reverse connect the battery.Installation
In order to assure system integrity, it is essential that
the SRS system is regularly checked and maintained
so that it is ready for effective operation in the event
of a collision. Carefully inspect SRS components
before installation. Do not install a part that shows
signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such
as dents, cracks or deformation.
WARNING: The integrity of SRS system
components is critical for safety reasons. Ensure
the following precautions are always adhered to:
lNever install used SRS components from
another vehicle or attempt to repair an SRS
component.
lWhen repairing an SRS system only use
genuine new parts.
lNever apply electrical power to an SRS
component unless instructed to do so as
part of an approved test procedure.
lSpecial Torx bolts are necessary for
installing the airbag module — do not use
other bolts. Ensure bolts are tightened to the
correct torque.
lAlways use new fixings when replacing an
SRS component.
lEnsure the SRS Diagnostic Control Unit
(DCU) is always installed correctly. There
must not be any gap between the DCU and
the bracket to which it is mounted. An
incorrectly mounted DCU could cause the
system to malfunction.
CAUTION: Ensure SRS components are not
contaminated with oil, grease, detergent or
water.
Ensure that SRS component fixings are correctly
positioned and torqued during service and repair.
CAUTION: Torque wrenches should be regularly
checked for accuracy to ensure that all fixings
are tightened to the correct torque.
If you suspect an airbag assembly could be
defective, install a new unit and dispose of the old
unit. Manually deploy the old unit before disposal.

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-22
SRS component testing
The SRS components are triggered using relatively
low operating currents, always adhere to the
following precautions:
WARNING: Do not use a multimeter or other
general purpose test equipment on SRS system
components or accidental deployment may
occur. Use only Testbook to diagnose system
faults.
WARNING: Do not use electrical test equipment
on the SRS harness while it is connected to any
of the SRS system components. It may cause
accidental deployment and personal injury.
Never apply electrical power to an SRS component
unless instructed to do so as part of an approved test
procedure.
The SRS Diagnostic Control Unit is a non-
serviceable component and no attempt should be
made to repair or modify the unit.Component handling
The SRS components are sensitive and potentially
hazardous if not handled correctly; always comply
with the following handling precautions:
WARNING: The SRS components are sensitive
and potentially hazardous if not handled
correctly; always comply with the following
handling precautions:
lNever drop an SRS component. The airbag
diagnostic control unit is a particularly
shock sensitive device and must be handled
with extreme care. Airbag modules and seat
belt pre-tensioner units could deploy if
subjected to a strong shock.
lNever wrap your arms around an airbag
module. If an airbag module has to be
carried, hold it by the cover, with the cover
uppermost and the base away from your
body.
lNever transport airbag modules or seat belt
pre-tensioners in the cabin of a vehicle.
Always use the luggage compartment of the
vehicle for carrying airbag modules and seat
belt pre-tensioner units.
WARNING: Never attach anything to an airbag
cover or any trim component covering an airbag
module. Do not allow anything to rest on top of
an airbag module.
WARNING: Always keep components cool, dry
and free from contamination.

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-23
WARNING: For front seat buckle type pre-
tensioners, hold by the piston tube, with the open
end of the piston tube pointing towards the
ground and the buckle facing away from your
body. Do not cover the end of the piston tube.
DO NOT hold buckle pre-tensioners by the
bracket assembly or steel cable. NEVER point
the piston tube towards your body or other
people.
CAUTION: Do not apply grease or cleaning
solvents to seatbelt pre-tensioner units,
component failure could result.Storage
There are regulations for the safe storage of SRS
components which must be observed, consult your
local authority for details.
WARNING: Airbag modules and seat belt pre-
tensioners are classed as explosive devices. For
overnight and longer term storage, they must be
stored in a secure steel cabinet which has been
approved as suitable for the purpose and has
been registered by the local authority.
WARNING: Store the airbag module with the
deployment side uppermost. If it is stored
deployment side down, accidental deployment
will propel the airbag module with enough force
to cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Improper handling or storage can
internally damage the airbag module, making it
inoperative. If you suspect the airbag module has
been damaged, install a new module and refer to
the Deployment/Disposal Procedures for
disposal of the damaged module.
Always observe the following precautions when
temporarily storing an airbag module:
lEnsure the cover is facing upwards and the
luggage compartment is secured.
lAlways keep components cool, dry and free
from contamination.
lDo not allow anything to rest on the airbag
module.
lStore any removed airbag assembly on a
secure flat surface away from electrical
equipment and heat sources (exceeding 85° C
(185° F).