DeVille d Elegance V8-4.6L VIN Y (1998)
Side Air Bag: Service and Repair
Deployment Procedures
Preliminary
The inflator module can be deployed inside or outside of the vehicle. The method used depends upon the final disposition of the vehicle. Review the
following procedures in order to determine which will work best in a given situation.
Outside of Vehicle
Deploy the inflatable restraint side impact 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:
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Using the SIR diagnostics, you determine that the inflator module does not function properly.
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The inflator module is scratched or ripped on 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.
CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental deployment of the air bag which could cause personal injury, do not dispose of an undeployed
inflator module as normal shop waste The undeployed inflator module 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 inflator module.
Failure to dispose of an inflator module as instructed may be a violation of federal, state, province, or local laws.
Tools Required
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J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
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An appropriate pigtail adapter
CAUTION: When you are deploying an inflator module for disposal, perform the deployment procedures in the order listed. Failure to follow
the procedures in the order listed may result in personal injury.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Inspect the J 38826 and the appropriate pigtail adapter for damage. Replace as needed.
5. Short the two SIR deployment harness (1) leads together using one banana plug seated into the other.
6. Connect the appropriate pigtail adapter (2) to the SIR deployment harness (1).
7. Remove the inflatable restraint side impact inflator module.
CAUTION: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
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Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
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Make sure the bag opening points away from you
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module
rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free
