Grand Caravan V6-3.8L VIN L (2007)
WARNING: Never replace both the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) and the Occupant Classification Module (OCM) at the same time.
If both require replacement, replace one, then perform the Airbag System test before replacing the other. Both the ORC and the OCM store
Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration data, which they transfer to one another when one of them is replaced. If both are replaced
at the same time, an irreversible fault will be set in both modules and the OCS may malfunction and result in personal injury or death .
Whether replaced or not, the OCS must be re-zeroed to make sure that the system in within proper parameters to sense the occupants weight correctly.
WARNING: Do not connect the battery negative cable. Personal injury or death may result if the system test is not performed first.
WARNING: Following successful completion of the Airbag System test procedure, the Occupant Classification System Verification Test must
be done using a scan tool and the appropriate diagnostic information. Personal injury or death may result if the system test is not performed.
SEAT BELTS AND TENSIONERS
After a frontal impact where an airbag has been deployed due to a collision. the following MUST be replaced:
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Front Seat Belt Buckle (driver and passenger) with integral Tensioners.
WARNING: Do not connect the battery negative cable. Personal injury or death may result if the system test is not performed first.
All other seat belts should be closely inspected for cuts, tears, fraying, or damage in any way following any frontal impact or airbag deployment. The
other seat belts are to be replaced when visible damage is incurred. Inspect the Lower Anchors and Tether for Children (LATCH) child restraint anchors
for damage after an impact event and replace as needed.
CLEAN UP PROCEDURE
Roll or fold the airbag towards its mounting point (i.e. instrument panel, steering wheel, knee blocker, curtain, or seat back). Then tape the ripped cover
over the deployed airbag if applicable.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual powder from the vehicle interior. Work from the outside in to avoid kneeling or sitting in a contaminated
area. Vacuum the heater and A/C outlets as well (Figure 1). If the heater or air conditioner was in RECIRC mode at time of airbag deployment, operate
blower motor on low speed and vacuum powder residue expelled from the heater and A/C outlets. Multiple vacuum cleaning may be necessary to
decontaminate the interior of the vehicle.
Figure 1 VACUUM HEATER AND A/C OUTLETS - TYPICAL
