Cruise Control: Service Precautions

1993 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon RWD V8-350 5.7LSECTION Service Precautions
Disarm airbag system prior to performing any service on the SIR system. SEE Maintenance Procedures/Airbag Disarming.

On vehicles equipped with Airbags the Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module (DERM), can maintain enough voltage to cause a system deployment for up to ten minutes after the Ignition switch is turned OFF, and the battery is disconnected.

Servicing the SIR system during this period may result In accidental deployment and personal injury.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.