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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 106 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINFLATOR MODULE HANDLING AND SCRAPPINGDEPLOYMENT INSIDE VEHICLE (VEHICLE SCRAPPING PROCEDURE)
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended
Deployment Inside Vehicle (Vehicle Scrapping Procedure)
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Deployment Inside Vehicle (Vehicle Scrapping Procedure)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Refer to SIR Inflatable Module Deployment Outside Vehicle Caution
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Deploy the inflator modules inside of the vehicle when destroying the vehicle or when salvaging the vehicle for parts. This includes, but is not limited to, the following situations:
- The vehicle has completed a useful life.
- Irreparable damage occurs to the vehicle in a non-deployment type accident.
- Irreparable damage occurs to the vehicle during a theft.
- The vehicle is being salvaged for parts to be used on a vehicle with a different VIN as opposed to rebuilding as the same VIN.
- Turn OFF the ignition.
- Remove the ignition key.
- Put on safety glasses.
- Remove all loose objects from the front seats.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
CAUTION:
A deployed dual stage inflator module will look the same whether one or both stages were used, always assume a deployed dual stage inflator module has an active stage 2. Improper handling or servicing can activate the inflator module and cause personal injury.
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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.