Accident With or Without Air Bag Deployment - Component Inspections
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.
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 any collision, inspect the following components as indicated. If you detect any damage, replace the component. If you detect any damage to the mounting points or mounting hardware, repair or replace the mounting points and mounting hardware as needed.
- Steering column-Perform the steering column accident damage checking procedures. Refer toSteering 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 toOperational and Functional Checks in Seat Belts.
- Seats and Seat Mounting Points-Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.