DeVille DHS V8-4.6L VIN Y (2000)
Impact Sensor: Service Precautions
CAUTION: Striking the vehicle near the side air bag impact sensor can cause an air bag deployment It the ignition switch is not OFF. To help avoid
personal injury and damage to the vehicle from a deployment, always turn the ignition switch to OFF during body repairs.
CAUTION: Be careful when you handle an Inflatable restraint Side Impact Sensor (SIS) or Inflatable restraint Side Impact Sensing Module (SISM).
Do not strike or bit the SIS or SISM. Before applying power to the SIS or SISM:
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Remove any dirt, grease, etc. from the mounting surface
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Position the SIS or SISM on the mounting surface
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Tighten all of the SIS or SISM fasteners to the specified torque value
Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary air bag system repairs.