Mitsubishi Pajero Pinin. Manual - part 320

SRS – 

Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pre-tensioner Disposal Procedures

52B-59

Caution
Pull the seat belt out the outside of the tyre, and
then place one tyre without a wheel on top of the
existing tyre.

(6) Place three old tyres without wheels on top of the

tyre secured to the seat belt pre-tensioner.

(7) Disconnect the deployment harnesses as far from the

seat belt pre-tensioner as possible and connect the
wires to the terminals of the battery removed from
the vehicle, and operate.

Caution
1) Before the operation, be sure that no one is

near the seat belt pre-tensioner.

2) The operation of the seat belt pre-tensioner

makes itself very hot. Before handling the seat
belt pre-tensioner, wait more than 30 minutes
for cooling.

3) If the seat belt pre-tensioner fails to deploy

when the procedures above are followed, do
not go near the seat belt pre-tensioner. Contact
your local distributor.

(8) After operation of the seat belt pre-tensioner, discard

as specified in the procedure (Refer to P.52B-60).

Tyre without
wheels

Tyres without wheels

Deployment harnesses

Deployment harnesses

SRS – 

Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pre-tensioner Disposal Procedures

52B-60

DEPLOYED AIR BAG MODULE OR OPERATED
SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER DISPOSAL
PROCEDURES

After deployment or operation, the air bag module and the
seat belt pre-tensioner should be disposed of in the same
manner as any other scrap parts, adhering to local laws and/or
legislation that may be in force except that the following points
should be carefully noted during disposal.
1.

The inflator will be quite hot immediately following
deployment, so wait at least 30 minutes to allow it cool
before attempting to handle it.

2.

Do not put water or oil on the air bag after deployment
or on the seat belt pre-tensioner after operation.

3.

There may be, adhered to the deployed air bag module
or the operated seat belt pre-tensioner, material that could
irritate the eye and/or skin, so wear gloves and safety
glasses when handling a deployed air bag module or a
operated seat belt pre-tensioner.

Caution
If after following these precautions, any material does
get into the eyes or on the skin, immediately rinse
the affected area with a large amount of clean water.
If any irritation develops, seek medical attention.

4.

Tightly seal the air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner
in a strong vinyl bag for disposal.

5.

Be sure to always wash your hands after completing this
operation.

Strong
vinyl bag

Air bag module
and seat belt 
pre-tensioner

52B-1

SUPPLEMENTAL

RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS)

CONTENTS

GENERAL

2

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Outline of Change

2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

SEAT BELT WITH PRE-TENSIONER

2

. . . . . . . . 

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR

3

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CAUTION



Carefully read and observe the information in the SERVICE PRECAUTIONS (Refer to ’00 PAJERO PININ Workshop
Manual <Pub.No.CKRE00E1> P.52B-4.) prior to any service.



For information concerning troubleshooting or maintenance, always observe the procedures in the Troubleshooting
(Refer to ’00 PAJERO PININ Workshop Manual <Pub.No.CKRE00E1> P.52B-8.) section.



If any SRS components are removed or replaced in connection with any service procedures, be sure to follow the
procedures in the INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT SERVICE section (Refer to ’00 PAJERO PININ Workshop Manual
<Pub.No.CKRE00E1> P.52B-30.) for the components involved.



If you have any questions about the SRS, please contact your local distributor.

SRS  – 

General/Seat Belt with Pre-tensioner

52B-2

GENERAL

OUTLINE OF CHANGE



Due to the introduction of 5-door models, the removal and installation procedures for seat belt with
pre-tensioner and side impact sensor have been added. The other items are the same as before.

SEAT BELT WITH PRE-TENSIONER

Caution
1.

Never attempt to disassemble or repair the
seat belt with pre-tensioner. If faulty, replace
it.

2.

Be extremely careful when handling the seat
belt with pre-tensioner. Do not subject it to
shocks, drop it, bring it close to strong
magnets or allow contact with water, grease
or oil. Always replace it with a new part if
any dents, cracks or deformation is found.

3.

Do not place anything on top of the seat
belt pre-tensioner.

4.

Do not expose the seat belt with
pre-tensioner to temperatures over 90



C.

5.

After operating the seat belt pre-tensioner,
replace the seat belt pre-tensioner with a
new part.

6.

Gloves and protective goggles should be
worn when handling a pre-tensioner once
it has been used.

7.

If disposing of a seat belt with pre-tensioner
which has not yet been used, its
pre-tensioner should be operated first before
disposal. (Refer to ’00 PAJERO PININ
Workshop Manual <Pub. No. CKRE00E1>
P.52B-48.)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation



Turn Ignition Key to LOCK (OFF) Position



Disconnect the Negative (–) Battery Terminal.

44 Nm

2

44 Nm

1

3

2

Removal steps

1. Sash guide cover
2. Outer seat belt connection



Center pillar lower trim
(Refer to P.52A-1.)

3. Seat belt with pre-tensioner

Installation steps



A

 

Post-installation inspection

3. Seat belt with pre-tensioner



Center pillar lower trim
(Refer to P.52A–1.)

2. Outer seat belt connection
1. Sash guide cover



Negative (–) battery cable connection



B

 

Pre-installation inspection

NOTE
The figure shows the seat belt with pre-tensioner
(R.H.).
For service points, refer to Basic Manual.