Accident With or Without Air Bag Deployment - Component Inspections
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Proper operation of the SIR sensing system requires that any repairs to the vehicle structure return the vehicle structure to the original production configuration. Not properly repairing the vehicle structure could cause non-deployment in a collision or deployment for conditions less severe than intended.
After a collision, inspect the following components as indicated. If any damage is detected, replace the component. If damage to the mounting points or mounting hardware is detected, repair the component or replace the hardware as needed.
- Steering column - Perform the steering column accident damage checking procedures. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection in Steering Wheel and Column.
- I/P Knee Bolsters and mounting points - Inspect the knee bolsters for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- I/P brackets, braces, etc. - Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- Seat Belts - Perform the seat belt operational and functional checks. Refer to Operational and Functional Checks in Seat Belts.
- Seats and Seat Mounting Points - Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The roof and headliner mounting points.