C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1997)
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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.
45. Temporarily store the inflator module with its vinyl trim cover facing up.
46. Call the Technical Assistance group for further assistance.
Steering Wheel Module
Tool Required:
J 38826 SIR Deployment Harness
Deploy the inflator module(s) outside of the vehicle when you intend to return the vehicle to service. Situations that require deploying the inflator
module outside the vehicle include the following:
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Using the SIR Diagnostics, you determine the inflator module does riot function correctly.
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The inflator module is cosmetically damaged such as a scratch or rip in 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.
You must follow these inflator module deployment procedures exactly. Always wear safety glasses during this deployment procedure. Do not remove
your safety glasses until the deployed inflator module is scrapped or shipped Before performing the deployment procedures you should be familiar with
servicing the SIR system and with proper handling of the inflator module. Procedures should be read fully before they are per- formed. The following
procedures requires the use of:
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J 38825 SIR deployment harness
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The appropriate pigtail adapter
Do not attempt the procedure without J 38826 SIR deployment harness and the adapter.
CAUTION: When you are deploying an inflator module for disposal, perform the deployment procedures in the order listed:
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Wear safety glasses throughout the procedures.
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Clear a space on the ground about 1.85 meters (six feet) in diameter where the inflator module will be deployed.
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Make sure the area around the inflator module is clear of all people and loose or flammable objects.
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Short the deployment harness wires as instructed.
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Connect the deployment harness to the inflator module before you connect it to the power source.
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Connect the deployment harness to the power source to immediately deploy the air bag.
Failure to follow the procedures in the order listed may result in personal injury.
