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 MANUALSGEO1993PRIZM L4-1600CC 1.6L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSSERVICE PRECAUTIONSHANDLING/SHIPPING/SCRAPPINGHANDLING A LIVE (UNDEPLOYED) INFLATOR MODULE
1993 Geo Prizm L4-1600cc 1.6L DOHC
Handling a Live (Undeployed) Inflator Module
1993 Geo Prizm L4-1600cc 1.6L DOHCSECTION Handling a Live (Undeployed) Inflator Module
Safe handling of steering wheel module requires adhering to following procedures for both live and deployed steering wheel modules.
Always wear safety glasses when servicing an inflatable restraint system vehicle and when handling a steering wheel module.
The following components cannot be repaired, as these components are serviced only by replacement.
1. Forward sensor
2. Arming sensor
3. Power supply
4. Diagnostic energy reserve module (DERM)
5. SIR control module
6. Coil assembly
7. Steering wheel module
Special care is necessary when handling and storing a live (undeployed) inflator module. The rapid gas generation produced during deployment of the air bag could cause the inflator module or an object in front of the inflator module to be thrown through the air.
When carrying a live steering wheel module, be sure the bag and trim cover are pointed away from you. Never carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the underside of the module. In case of accidental deployment, the bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury.
When placing the steering wheel module on a bench or other surface, always face the bag and trim cover up, away from the surface. Never rest a steering column assembly on the steering wheel with the inflator face down and the column vertical. This is necessary so that a free space is provided to allow the air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.
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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.