Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: SIR Deployed Inflator Modules Are Hot Warning

Warning:

After deployment, the metal surfaces of the SIR component may be very hot. To help avoid a fire or personal injury:

• Allow sufficient time for cooling before touching any metal surface of the SIR component.
• Do not place the deployed SIR component near any flammable objects.

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SIR Disabling and Enabling

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