Instrument Panel - Air Bag Indicator Lamp ON
TECHNICALBulletin No.: 09-09-41-004
Date: June 23, 2009
Subject: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Air Bag Indicator Illuminated (Install Protective Material)
Models:
2007-2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
2008-2009 Chevrolet HHR SS
2006-2009 Pontiac Solstice
2007-2009 Pontiac G5
2007-2009 Saturn SKY
2007-2009 Opel GT
2007-2008 Daewoo G2X
Built Prior to 02-02-09
Condition
Some customers may comment that the air bag indicator lamp, located in the instrument panel cluster, is illuminated.
Upon performing a DTC check, the technician may find a B0012-02, B0012-0E, B0013-02 or B0013-0E code stored in the supplemental inflatable restraints (SIR) system.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a short to ground in the yellow SIR wiring harness. This wiring harness is located within the steering wheel assembly and connects the steering wheel inflatable restraint module to the steering wheel inflatable restraint module coil. A sharp edge on the steering wheel stamped steel horn plate may rub through the yellow SIR wiring harness insulation, allowing the harness to ground to the horn plate.
Correction
1. Remove the steering wheel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement in SI.
2. Inspect the yellow SIR wiring harness that connects the steering wheel inflatable restraint module to the steering wheel inflatable restraint module coil. Look for any chafing, cracks or areas where the wiring, insulation or protective wire sleeve has been damaged.
3. If the inspection of the wiring harness reveals a condition that may allow the wiring to short to ground, replace the steering wheel inflatable restraint module coil. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement in SI for replacement procedures.
4. With the steering wheel inflatable restraint removed, use the following steps to install a piece of adhesive-backed flocking material to the stamped steel horn plate in order to prevent future damage to the SIR wiring harness.
1. Prepare a 15 mm (19/32 in) X 70 mm (2-3/4 in) piece of adhesive-backed flocking material (such as Kent Industries Part KY13487* or the equivalent).
2. Install the flocking material to the stamped steel horn plate as shown. Center the length of the flocking material on the horizontal edge of the opening in the horn plate. Ensure that 5-7 mm (1/4 in) of the flocking material overlaps the front and back of the horn plate. The flocking material must cover the complete length of the horizontal opening. Press (pinch) along the length of the flocking material to ensure adhesion to the horn plate.
5. Install the steering wheel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement in SI.
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Parts Information
This product is currently available from Kent Industries (1-888-YES-KENT).
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table above.
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