Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1996)
Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming: Service and Repair
Air Bag Disarming and Arming
Disabling the SIR System
WARNING: The diagnostic energy reserve module or sensing and diagnostic module (DERM/SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause
air bag deployment for up to two minutes after the ignition switch is turned off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the SIR system
during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.
1. Ensure front wheels are pointed straight ahead.
2. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
3. Remove "AIR BG 1" fuse from instrument panel fuse block, then remove lefthand lower trim panel.
4. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA), then disconnect both yellow 2-way SIR electrical connectors at base of steering column.
5. Wait at least 2 minutes before proceeding with diagnosis or service.
Enabling the SIR System
WARNING: The diagnostic energy reserve module or sensing and diagnostic module (DERM/SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause
air bag deployment for up to two minutes after the ignition switch is turned off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the SIR system
during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.
1. With ignition in the LOCK position and key removed, connect both yellow SIR connectors at base of steering column.
2. Install Connector Position Assurance (CPA), then the lefthand lower trim panel.
3. Install "AIR BG 1" fuse into fuse block.
4. Turn ignition switch to the RUN position and ensure "AIR BAG" warning lamp flashes seven times, then turns off. If lamp does not operate as
specified, refer to System Diagnosis.
