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

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Notes

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.
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