Frontal Inflator Module Deployment - Component Replacement and Inspections
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
After a collision involving inflator module deployment, replace the following components.
- Inflatable restraint I/P module
- Inflatable restraint steering wheel module
- Inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM)
- Inflatable restraint side impact module (seat air bag) if deployed
- Inflatable restraint seat belt pretensioners
Perform additional inspections on the following components.
- Inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and coil wiring pigtail - Inspect for melting, scorching, or other damage due to excessive heat.
- Mounting points and mounting hardware for the inflatable restraint I/P module, steering wheel module, and SDM - Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.