If an airbag has not been deployed, what is one precaution that must be taken regarding the steering wheel?

If an airbag has not been deployed, what is one precaution that must be taken regarding the steering wheel?

• A. It should be cut to access the wheel
• B. It should be deflated
• C. It should be removed with power shut off
• D. It should not be cut

Answer: (D)

An un-deployed airbag in the steering wheel is still armed and can deploy if disturbed. The steering wheel contains a pyrotechnic inflator and electrical wiring that can trigger an accidental deployment if cut or otherwise manipulated. Therefore, the precaution is not to cut the steering wheel. If access is needed, power should be shut off and the airbag system should be disabled using proper procedures by trained personnel to prevent accidental deployment.

An un-deployed airbag in the steering wheel is still armed and can deploy if disturbed. The steering wheel contains a pyrotechnic inflator and electrical wiring that can trigger an accidental deployment if cut or otherwise manipulated. Therefore, the precaution is not to cut the steering wheel. If access is needed, power should be shut off and the airbag system should be disabled using proper procedures by trained personnel to prevent accidental deployment.