Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module
TOOLS REQUIRED^ J 39401-B SIR Deployment Fixture
^ J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
^ An appropriate pigtail adapter
CAUTION:
^ In order to prevent accidental deployment of the air bag which could cause personal Injury, do not dispose Of an undeployed inflator module as normal shop waste. The undeployed inflator module contains substances that could cause severe illness or personal injury If the sealed container is damaged during disposal Use the following deployment procedures to safely dispose of an undeployed inflator module. Failure to dispose of an Inflator module as instructed may be a violation of federal, state, province, or local laws.
^ When you are deploying an Inflator module for disposal, Perform the deployment procedures in the order listed. Failure to follow the procedures in the order listed may result in personal injury.
Deploy the inflatable restraint instrument panel inflator module outside of the vehicle when the vehicle will be returned to service. Situations that require deployment outside of the vehicle include the following:
^ Using the SIR diagnostics, you determine that the inflator module does not function properly.
^ The inflator module is scratched or ripped on the cover.
^ The inflator module pigtail (if equipped) is damaged.
^ The inflator module connector is damaged.
^ An inflator module connector terminal is damaged.
Deployment and disposal of a malfunctioning inflator module is subject to any required retention period.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the latest General Motors Service Bulletins before deploying a passenger inflator module.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Inspect the J 38826 and the appropriate pigtail adapter for damage. Replace as needed.
5. Short the two SIR deployment harness (1) leads together using one banana plug seated into the other.
6. Connect the appropriate pigtail adapter (2) to the SIR deployment harness (1).
7. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module.
CAUTION: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
^ Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
^ Make sure the bag opening points away from you
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
8. Place the module with the vinyl trim cover facing up and away from the surface on a work bench.
9. Clear a space on the ground about 1.85 M (6 ft) in diameter for deployment of the module. If possible, use a paved, outdoor location free of activity. Otherwise, use a space free of activity on the shop floor. Make sure you have sufficient ventilation.
10. Make sure no loose or flammable objects are in the area.
11. Place the J 39401 SIR Deployment Fixture in the center of the cleared area.
12. Fill the fixture plastic reservoir with water or sand.
IMPORTANT: Securely hand tighten all fasteners prior to deployment.
13. Mount the module in the SIR deployment fixture with the vinyl trim cover facing up using one of the following mounting methods.
14. To use the stud mount method, remove the original mounting nuts.
15. Use the J 39401-1 mounting nuts in order to secure the module to the fixture.
16. To use the flange mount method, use tour of the J 39401-13 hold-down nuts whenever possible in order to secure the module to the fixture.
17. If clearance restrictions do not allow the use of the J 39401-13 hold-down nuts, four M6 x 1.0 nuts with washers may be used.
18. Extend the SIR deployment harness and adapter to full length from the module.
19. Place a 12V minimum/2A minimum power source (i.e., vehicle battery) near the shorted end of the harness.
20. Connect the module (1) to the adapter (2) on the SIR deployment harness (3).
21. Firmly seat the adapter into the module connector.
22. Clear the area of people.
CAUTION: When you are deploying an inflator module for disposal, Perform the deployment procedures in the order listed. Failure to follow the procedures in the order listed may result in personal injury.
23. Separate the two banana plugs on the SIR deployment harness.
IMPORTANT:
^ The rapid gas expansion involved with deploying an air bag is very loud. Notify all the people in the immediate area that you intend to deploy the inflator module
^ When the air bag deploys, the SIR deployment fixture may jump vertically. This is a normal reaction of the inflator module to the force of the rapid gas expansion inside the air bag.
24. Connect the SIR deployment harness wires to the power source.
25. Disconnect the SIR deployment harness from the power source after the air bag deploys.
26. Seat one banana plug into the other in order to short the deployment harness leads.
27. If the air bag did not deploy, disconnect the adapter and discontinue the procedure. Contact the Technical Assistance Group. Otherwise, proceed to the following steps.
CAUTION: After an air bag deploys, the metal surfaces of the inflator module are very hot. To help avoid a fire or personal injury:
^ Allow sufficient time for cooling before touching any metal surface of the inflator module.
^ Do not place the deployed inflator module near any flammable objects.
28. Put on a pair of shop gloves.
29. Disconnect the pigtail adapter from the inflator module as soon as possible.
30. Inspect the pigtail adapter and the SIR deployment harness. Replace as needed.
31. Dispose of the deployed module through normal refuse channels.
32. Wash hands with a mild soap.