FAQ for Air Bag Sensor Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the inflator module fasteners?
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The recommended torque is 10 Nm (89 lb in).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the procedure to deploy an IP module?
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The procedure is to place the J 39401-B SIR deployment fixture, fill the deployment fixture, mount the IP module in the deployment fixture, properly secure the IP module to the deployment fixture, and tighten all fasteners prior to deployment.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the procedure to short the wires?
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The procedure is to twist together 1 end from each of the wires to short the wires, remain deployment wires shorted, and not connected to a power source until you are ready to deploy the inflator module.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should we replace when following the deployment of a side-impact airbag?
A:
You should replace the seat trim, the seat back pad, and the seat back frame.
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01/11/2022 Q: What components should we replace after a collision involving inflator module deployment?
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You should replace the inflatable restraint IP module, the inflatable restraint steering wheel module, and the inflatable restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module(SDM).
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the inflatable restraint side Impact module-LH?
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You need to disable the SIR system, replace the seat trim, the seat back pad, and the seat back frame, remove the seat back cover and the fasteners, note the routing of the inflator module wiring harness and the retaining clip attachments within the driver seat, remove the retaining clips on the inflator module wiring harness, pull the inflator module wiring harness up into the seat back, remove the inflator module and deploy the module before disposal.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the procedure to deploy the side impact module-LF?
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The procedure is to place the J 39401-B SIR deployment fixture in the center of the cleared area, fill the deployment fixture, mount the side impact module in the deployment fixture, adjust and secure the J 39401-B arms, secure the side impact module to the deployment fixture arms, securely tighten all fasteners prior to deployment.
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01/11/2022 Q: What components should we perform additional inspections on?
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You should inspect the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and coil wiring pigtail and the mounting points and mounting hardware for the inflatable restraint IP module, steering wheel module, and SDM.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the procedure to update the BCM with the new SDM part number?
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The procedure is to install a scan tool, select the Special Functions option from SIR Menu and press enter, select the Setup SDM Part Number in the BCM option and press enter, follow the procedure on the scan tool display, and cycle the ignition switch off and on.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the procedure if any significant soaking or evidence of significant soaking is detected?
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The procedure is to remove all water, repair the water damage, replace the SDM harness connector, and replace the SDM.
By BobGM Specialist
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