Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Air Bag Modules

Servicing the SIR System Warning

Warning: When performing service on or around the SIR components or the SIR wiring, follow the procedures listed below in order to temporarily disable the SIR system. Failure to follow the pr ...

Airbag Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement

Airbag Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Replace the passenger presence system as a ...

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When Should an Airbag Inflate?
This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system's deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restra ...

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
For vehicles with this feature, read the following section before using it. The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a flashing red visual alert and beeps when approaching a vehicle directly ahead too quickly. FCA al ...

Secondary Air Injection Check Valve Replacement
Secondary Air Injection Check Valve Replacement Callout Component Name 1 Secondary Air Injection Outlet Pipe Note: Squeeze the retainer on opposite sides to release. 2 Seconda ...