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.

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Deployment Outside Vehicle - Steering Wheel Module, I/P Module, and Roof Rail Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Deploy the 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 is malfunctioning.
The inflator module is cosmetically damaged, scratched, or ripped.
The inflator module pigtail is damaged.
The inflator module connector is damaged.
The inflator module connector terminals are damaged.

Deployment and disposal of a malfunctioning inflator module is subject to any required retention period.

CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental deployment and the risk of personal injury, do not dispose of an undeployed inflator module as normal shop waste. Undeployed inflator modules contain substances that could cause severe illness or personal injury if their sealed containers are damaged during disposal. Use the following deployment procedures to safely dispose of an undeployed inflator module. Failure to observe the following disposal methods may be a violation of federal, state, or local laws.

Tools Required

J 39401-B SIR Deployment Fixture. See Special Tools .
J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness. See Special Tools .
An appropriate pigtail adapter

Turn OFF the ignition.
Remove the ignition key.
Put on safety glasses.
Remove the inflator module.
- If you are removing the steering wheel module, refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
- If you are removing the I/P module, refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (With SLT) Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Without SLT) .
- If you are removing a roof rail module, refer to Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Regular Cab) or Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Extended Cab) or Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Crew Cab) .

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution .

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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.

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