Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Deployed Inflator Module
Install or Connect
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. The inflatable restraint I/P module to the vehicle.
2. The fasteners to the inflatable restraint I/P module.
TIGHTEN
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The fasteners to 2.3 N.m (20.4 lb in).
3. The inflatable restraint I/P module pigtail harness to the I/P harness clips.
4. The I/P trim pad.
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Enable the SIR system, refer to "Enabling the SIR System." See: Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair
Preliminary Precautions
After the inflator module has been deployed, the surface of the air bag may contain a powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch
(used to lubricate the bag as it inflates) and by-products of the chemical reaction. Sodium hydroxide dust (similar to lye soap) is produced as a
by-product of the deployment reaction. The sodium hydroxide then quickly reacts with atmospheric moisture and is converted to sodium carbonate and
sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Therefore, it is unlikely that sodium hydroxide will be present after deployment. As with many service procedures,
you should wear gloves and safety glasses.
Remove or Disconnect
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
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Disable the SIR system, refer to "Disabling the SIR System." See: Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair
1. The I/P trim pad.
2. The inflatable restraint I/P module pigtail harness from the I/P harness clips.
3. The fasteners from the inflatable restraint I/P module.
4. The inflatable restraint I/P module from the vehicle.
CAUTION: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
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Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module.
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Make sure the bag opening points away from you.
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module
rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free
space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
