Deployment Outside Vehicle - Steering Wheel Module, I/P Module, and Roof Rail Module

Deploy the inflator module outside of the vehicle when the vehicle will be returned to service. Situations that require deployment outside of the vehicle include the following:

• Using the SIR diagnostics, you determine that the inflator module is malfunctioning.
• The inflator module is cosmetically damaged, scratched, or ripped.
• The inflator module pigtail is damaged.
• The inflator module connector is damaged.
• The inflator module connector terminals are damaged.

Deployment and disposal of a malfunctioning inflator module is subject to any required retention period.

Tools Required

• SA9207Z-A  SIR Deployment Harness. See Special Tools .
• SA9413NE  SIR Deployment Fixture. See Special Tools .
• An appropriate pigtail adapter

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Remove the ignition key.
3. Put on safety glasses.
4. Remove the inflator module.
   • If you are removing the steering wheel module, refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
   • If you are removing the I/P module, refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .
   • If you are removing a roof rail module, refer to Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module Replacement - Front .
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution .