Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Sir) System
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system is designed to supplement protection provided by driver and passenger-side seat belts. A frontal crash of sufficient force up to 30 degrees off center line of vehicle will deploy driver and passenger-side air bags. Steering column and knee bolsters below instrument panel also absorb crash energy.
SIR system consists of Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM), driver and passenger-side air bag modules, front-end discriminating sensor, SIR coil assembly and AIR BAG warning light in instrument cluster.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.