Corvette V8-6.2L (2008)
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 39401-B SIR Deployment Fixture
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J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
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J 38826-25 for seat belt pretensioner module adapter
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.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Remove the seat belt pretensioner from the vehicle. Refer to Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioner Replacement (See: Removal and Replacement) .
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 the J 39401-B SIR Deployment Fixture in the center of the cleared area.
9. Fill the fixture plastic reservoir with water or sand.
10. Mount the module (1) in the SIR deployment fixture (3) with the open end facing up using the following mounting method.
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Adjust and secure the J 39401-B arms (4) to the deployment fixture (3).
