Express 2500 V8-5.3L VIN T (2005)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Deployment Outside Vehicle - I/P Module and Steering Wheel Module
DEPLOYMENT OUTSIDE VEHICLE - I/P MODULE AND STEERING WHEEL MODULE
Deploy the 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 is malfunctioning.
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The inflator module is cosmetically damaged (scratched or ripped).
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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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The inflator module connector terminals are damaged.
Deployment and disposal of a malfunctioning inflator module is subject to any required retention period.
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Disposal Caution in Service Precautions.
Tools Required
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J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
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J 39401-BSIR Deployment Fixture
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J 38826-75 Steering wheel module adapter
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J 38826-80 I/P module adapter
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Remove the inflator module.
5. Place the inflator module with the vinyl trim cover facing up and away from the surface on a work bench, floor or deployment fixture.
6. Clear an area on the floor approximately 1.85 m (6 ft) in diameter for deployment of the inflator module. If possible, use a paved, outdoor location
free of activity. Otherwise, use an area 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. Dual stage deployments are only used in steering wheel and I/P inflator modules. If stage 1 was used to deploy the inflator module, stage 2 may
still be active. If disposal of a deployed or undeployed dual stage module is required, both deployment loops must be energized to deploy the air
bag.
IMPORTANT: When deploying a steering wheel module, place the steering wheel module in the center of the cleared area.
