Collision repair question
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Collision repair question
So I know by now everyone knows about Takata and their bombs, and I'm sure the topic is worn out. But entertain this as I believe this question may hold some real value.
Let's say, that a ford ranger was wrecked and repaired during the time Takatas bombs were being put out. Is it possible that the vehicles could have been repaired with a bomb?
If so, what wires do I manipulate to disable or rewire into the passenger airbag cut off switch so I can live to see my family grow old, after a survivable collision.
Much appreciated
Let's say, that a ford ranger was wrecked and repaired during the time Takatas bombs were being put out. Is it possible that the vehicles could have been repaired with a bomb?
If so, what wires do I manipulate to disable or rewire into the passenger airbag cut off switch so I can live to see my family grow old, after a survivable collision.
Much appreciated
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My Ranger was in an accident 4 years ago and the airbags deployed. I also wondered if the replacement airbags were defective or not. I'm getting the recall done just in case. I already got the passenger side fixed. Parts still not available for the driver's side.
I would rather keep the airbags in place and working, even if they are "defective." Your chances of getting the metal shrapnel from a defective bag is very small; most of the "defective" bags deploy normally. You're far more likely to be injured by the airbag not deploying at all. That being said, disabling the driver's side airbag is as simple as removing the airbag from the steering wheel and unplugging the connector behind it, then reinstall the airbag. You'll have to put up with the airbag warning light flashing at you constantly though.
I would rather keep the airbags in place and working, even if they are "defective." Your chances of getting the metal shrapnel from a defective bag is very small; most of the "defective" bags deploy normally. You're far more likely to be injured by the airbag not deploying at all. That being said, disabling the driver's side airbag is as simple as removing the airbag from the steering wheel and unplugging the connector behind it, then reinstall the airbag. You'll have to put up with the airbag warning light flashing at you constantly though.
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