Accident With or Without Inflator Module Deployment - Component Inspections
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 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.
- The steering column-Perform the steering column accident damage checking procedures. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection .
- The instrument panel (I/P) knee bolsters and mounting points-Inspect the knee bolsters for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The I/P brackets, braces, etc.-Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The seat belts-Perform the seat belt operational and functional checks. Refer to Operational and Functional Checks .
- The I/P mounting points and brackets-Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The roof rail and roof rail module mounting points-Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- The seats and seat mounting points-Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.
- Passenger seat bottom equipped with Passenger Presence System (PPS)-Check for any DTCs or problems that may cause the PPS not to function properly.