General Service Instructions
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The following are general service instructions which must be followed in order to properly repair the vehicle and return it to its original integrity:
- Do not expose inflator modules to temperatures above 65°C (150°F).
- Verify the correct replacement part number. Do not substitute a component from a different vehicle.
- Use only original GM replacement parts available from your authorized GM dealer. Do not use salvaged parts for repairs to the SIR system.
Discard any of the following components if it has been dropped from a height of 91 cm (3 ft) or greater:
- Inflatable restraint front end sensor
- Inflatable restraint I/P module
- Inflatable restraint passenger presence system (PPS)
- Inflatable restraint seat position sensor (SPS)
- Inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM)
- Inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS), with RPO HP2
- Inflatable restraint steering wheel module
- Inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil