K Tahoe 4WD V8-4.8L VIN V (2000)
Side Air Bag: Service and Repair
Deployment Procedures
General Information
Inflator modules 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.
Deployment Outside Vehicle
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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An appropriate pigtail adapter
CAUTION:
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Refer to Inflator Module Disposal Caution in Cautions and Notices.
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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.
Deploy the inflatable restraint Instrument Panel (IP) 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.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the latest General Motors Service Bulletins before deploying a passenger inflator module.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Inspect the J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness 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 instrument panel (IP) module
CAUTION: Refer to Inflator Module Handling And Storage Caution in Cautions and Notices.
