How can I put back the airbag after it deploys ???

Question

I have a Scion if that makes a difference.

Answer 1

You can't.  It takes special equipment to install one.  

Answer 2

you cant

Answer 3

You don't. A new one must be installed by a qualified technician. It is not a job to be attempted by an amateur.  

Answer 4

id be worried about the whole front end of your car..

Answer 5

The air bag itself must be replaced with a new unit, and the air bag system will need to be reset. You can buy the air bag from the dealer, or depending on state laws, you MAY be able to buy it from a recycling yard. Depending on the vehicle, you may have to also replace parts of the dashboard.

In some states it is not legal to install an air bag unit from another vehicle. Some states allow it. Check your state laws.

Air bags are expensive. I have seen many cars that had relatively minor damage that have been considered total losses because the air bags deployed

Answer 6

You can't. The repair shop can though.

Answer 7

You can't, it must be replaced with a new one, they are one time use devices

Answer 8

You would need a new air bag. Take it somewhere you can trust. But make sure they are doing what you pay for. You wouldnt want to sell your car and later someone get in an accident and die because it was never replaced. Read the following article.

http://www.carconsumers.com/AirBagScams....