Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Steering Wheel Module
TOOL REQUIRED
J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
Deploy the inflator module(s) outside of the vehicle when you intend to return the vehicle to service. Situations that require deploying the inflator
module outside the vehicle include the following:
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Using the SIR Diagnostics, you determine the inflator module does not function correctly.
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The inflator module is cosmetically damaged such as a scratch or rip in the cover.
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The inflator module pigtail(if equipped) is damaged.
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The inflator module connector is damaged.
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An inflator module connector terminal is damaged.
Deployment and disposal of a malfunctioning inflator module is subject to any required retention period.
You must follow these inflator module deployment procedures exactly. Always wear safety glasses during this deployment procedure. Do not remove
your safety glasses until the deployed inflator module is scrapped or shipped. Before performing the deployment procedures: you should be familiar with
servicing the SIR system and with proper handling of the inflator module. Procedures should be read fully before they are performed. The following
procedures requires the use of:
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J 38826 SIR deployment harness.
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The appropriate pigtail adapter.
Do not attempt the procedure without J 38826 SIR deployment harness and the adapter.
CAUTION: When you are deploying an inflator module for disposal, perform the deployment procedures in the order listed:
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Wear safety glasses throughout the procedures.
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Clear a space on the ground about 1.85 meters (six feet) in diameter where the inflator module will be deployed.
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Make sure the area around the Inflator module is clear of all people and loose or flammable objects.
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Short the deployment harness wires as instructed.
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Connect the deployment harness to the inflator module before you connect it to the power source.
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Connect the deployment harness to the power source to immediately deploy the air bag.
Failure to follow the procedures in the order listed may result in personal injury.
IMPORTANT
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This information applies only to inflatable restraint steering wheel modules. For information on inflatable restraint I/P module scrapping, refer
to "Deployment Outside Vehicle (Inflatable Restraint I/P Module)" See: Instrument Panel Module
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Remove the key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Inspect J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness and appropriate pigtail adapter for damage.
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If damage occurs to the SIR deployment harness or the pigtail adapter, then obtain a replacement.
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