C 3500 Truck 2WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2001)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Inflator Module Handling/Shipping/Scrapping
Shipping/Scrapping Procedures For Live (Undeployed) Inflator Modules
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Service Precautions.
LIVE (UNDEPLOYED) INFLATOR MODULES
Use special care when handling or storing live (undeployed) inflator modules. Inflator module deployment produces a rapid generation of gas. This
may cause the inflator module, or an object in front of the inflator module, to project through the air in the event of an unlikely deployment.
SCRAPPING PROCEDURES
During the course of a vehicle's useful life, certain situations may arise which will require the disposal of a live (undeployed) inflator module. Do not
dispose of a live (undeployed) inflator module through normal disposal channels until the inflator module has been deployed. The following
information covers the proper procedures for disposing of a live (undeployed) inflator module.
Do not deploy an inflator module in the following situations:
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After replacement of an inflator module under warranty. The inflator module may need to be returned undeployed to the manufacturer.
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If the vehicle is the subject of a product liability report (GM-1241) related to the SIR system. When a vehicle is the subject of a product liability
report, do not alter the SIR system in any manner.
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If the vehicle is involved in a campaign affecting the inflator modules. Follow the instructions in the Campaign Service Bulletin for proper SIR
handling procedures.
Vehicle Scrapping Procedure
Deploy inflator modules inside of the vehicle when 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 occurs to the vehicle in a non-deployment type accident.
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Irreparable damage occurs 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 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.
