LaCrosse V6-3.8L VIN 2 (2005)
Seat Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair
Deployment Outside Vehicle For Seat Belt Pretensioners
DEPLOYMENT OUTSIDE VEHICLE FOR SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS
Deploy the seat belt pretensioners outside of the vehicle when the vehicle will be returned to service. Situations that require deployment outside of the
vehicle include the following:
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Using the SIR diagnostics, you determine that the seat belt pretensioner is malfunctioning.
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The pretensioner pigtail is damaged.
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The pretensioner connector is damaged.
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The pretensioner connector terminal is damaged.
Deployment and disposal of a malfunctioning seat belt pretensioner is subject to any required retention period.
CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental deployment of the pretensioner which could cause personal injury, do not dispose of an undeployed
pretensioner as normal shop waste. The undeployed pretensioner contains substances that could cause severe illness or personal injury if the
sealed container is damaged during disposal. Use the following deployment procedures to safely dispose of an undeployed pretensioner. Failure
to dispose of a pretensioner as instructed may be a violation of federal, state, or local laws.
Tools Required
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J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
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J 38826-25 for seat belt pretensioner module adapter
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J 39401-B SIR Deployment Fixture
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
CAUTION: When you are deploying a pretensioner for disposal, perform the deployment procedures in the order listed. Failure to follow
the procedures in the order listed may result in personal injury.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Remove the seat belt pretensioner from the vehicle.
5. When carrying a pretensioner to the deployment area keep the open end of pretensioner pointed away from the body.
6. Clear a space on the ground about 1.85 M (6 ft) in diameter for deployment of the pretensioner. If possible, use a paved, outdoor location free of
activity. Otherwise, use a space free of activity on the shop floor. Make sure you have sufficient ventilation.
7. Make sure no loose or flammable objects are in the area.
8. Place J 39401-B in the center of the cleared area.
9. Fill the fixture plastic reservoir with water or sand.
