Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module: Description and Operation
INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM)
The sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) is a microprocessor and the control center for the SIR system. The SDM utilizes internal sensors along
with the electronic frontal sensor (EFS), mounted left of the hood latch. In the event of a collision, the SDM performs calculations using the signals
received from the internal and external sensors. The SDM compares the results of the calculations to values stored in memory. When these
calculations exceed the stored value, the SDM will cause current to flow through the appropriate deployment loops to deploy the air bags. The SDM
records the SIR system status when a deployment occurs and turns the AIR BAG indicator ON. The SDM performs continuous diagnostic monitoring
of the SIR system electrical components and circuitry when the ignition is turned ON. If the SDM detects a malfunction, a DTC will be stored and the
SDM will command the AIR BAG indicator ON. In the event that Ignition 1 voltage is lost during a collision, the SDM maintains a 23-volt loop
reserve (23 VLR) for deployment of the air bags. It is important to note, when disabling the SIR system for servicing or rescue operations to allow the
23 VLR to dissipate, which could take up to 1 minute.
