Monte Carlo V6-3.4L VIN E (2000)
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Allow sufficient time for cooling before touching any metal surface of the inflator module.
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Do not place the deployed inflator module near any flammable objects.
25. Put on a pair of shop gloves.
26. Disconnect the pigtail adapter from the inflator module as soon as possible.
27. Inspect the pigtail adapter and the SIR deployment harness. Replace as needed.
28. Dispose of the deployed module through normal refuse channels.
29. Wash hands with a mild soap.
Side Air Bags (Vehicle Scrapping Procedure)
You may deploy the inflator modules inside the vehicle prior to destroying the vehicle or when salvaging the vehicle for parts. This includes but is not
limited to the following situations:
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The vehicle has completed its useful life.
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Irreparable damage has occurred to the vehicle in a non-deployment type accident.
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Irreparable damage has occurred to the vehicle during a theft.
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The vehicle is being salvaged for parts to be used on a vehicle with a different VIN, as opposed to rebuilding the vehicle as the same VIN.
CAUTION: 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.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Remove all loose objects from the front seats.
5. Disconnect the inflatable restraint front side impact module (LH) yellow 2-way connector located under the driver seat.
6. Cut the yellow 2-way harness connector out of the vehicle, leaving at least 16 cm (6 in) of wire at the connector.
7. Strip 13 mm (0.5 in) of insulation from each of the connector wire leads.
