Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash

Warning:

A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

Rear Seat Outboard Seat Back Airbag Replacement

Rear Seat Outboard Seat Back Airbag Replacement Callout Component Name Warning: Following the deployment of a rear seat side a ...

Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement

Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering W ...

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How Does an Airbag Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts ...

If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airb ...

Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side (Sedan)
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear compartment floor panel carpet. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Panel Carpet Replacement. Remove the rear c ...