Question 1

After an Air Bag deployment, what components must be replaced and what safety precautions should be followed during cleanup on Dodge Ram 2500 Van?

Accepted Answer

Any time an air bag is put to use after deployment, the vehicle should have all air bag units, both seat belt tensioners, the driver air bag trim cover, the horn switch, the Clock Spring and the steering column assembly replaced because they are not safe to use again and might not appear damaged with a simple examination. It is important to carefully inspect and change lots of car parts remedied by visible damage alone. Safety glasses, rubber gloves and a long-sleeved shirt should be worn as protection against a compound created, sometimes containing sodium hydroxide, it can affect the skin, eyes, nose or throat. If your skin becomes irritated, rinse the area with water; if your nose or throat start to itch, go outside for air and then check with a health professional if this continues. Remove and bag both air bags and both seat belt tensioners, placing them in the junk pile next to your car. Vacuum the vehicle from the outside in and be careful to pick up any residue from the heater and air conditioner vents. Turn on both the heater and air conditioner fans on low to collect any powder coming from the outlets and you might also have to vacuum the inside a second time to get it all.

Question 2

How should the Air Bag system be handled after a collision on Dodge Ram 2500 Van?

Accepted Answer

After a collision, you need to deal with the air bag system properly. If your air bag module is not deployed, avoid keeping any electronic devices near the inflator at its back. Make sure the trim cover or air bag side of the module is not touching you and put the whole thing face up on an appropriate surface. Anytime services or diagnoses on the steering wheel, steering column or direct instrument panel are required, the system must be disarmed. Defective or damaged air bag modules in the driver or passenger sides that haven't been deployed need to be sent in and the instructions for managing and disposing of them are found in the Chrysler Corporation Warranty Policies and Procedures. If a vehicle has its air bag deployed, the air bag modules as well as the Clock Spring must be changed, since even hidden damage could occur. You could miss damage to the steering column which can be hidden behind the steering wheel when you check visually. Other vehicle elements must be closely looked at and repaired or replaced when it becomes obvious that they need it. air bag modules need to be placed in their original boxes in a dry, clean area free from heat, sparking or high electric currents and always positioned so the air bag side faces upward.

OEM Dodge Ram 2500 Van Air Bag

8 Air Bags found

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Side Impact Inflator Module Part Number: 55361055AG

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Passenger Air Bag, Upper Passenger Side Part Number: 5EZ68VK9AE

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Passenger Air Bag, Upper Passenger Side Part Number: 5EZ68RC8AE

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Driver Inflator Module, Blue Spruce, Driver Side Part Number: EC27SP8

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Passenger Air Bag, Sandstone, Upper Passenger Side Part Number: 5EZ68XTMAE

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Side Impact Inflator Module Part Number: 55361040AE

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Passenger Air Bag, Slate Gray, Upper Passenger Side Part Number: 5EZ68XDVAE

Dodge Ram 2500 Van Driver Inflator Module, Black, Driver Side Part Number: 5GK53DX9AD

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