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.

Secondary

...

SIR Disabling and Enabling

SIR component location affects how a vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the SIR system installed in various locations around a vehicle. To find the location of the SIR components refer ...

Other materials:

Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement
Removal Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the mounting bolts (1) for the front suspension frame skid plate. Remove the front suspension frame skid plate (2). Installation Procedure ...

Aluminum Wheel Refinishing
Finish Damage Evaluation Procedure Note: If the wheels are chrome-plated, do not re-plate or refinish the wheels. If the wheels are polished aluminum, do not refinish the wheels in the dealer environment. Utilize a refinisher that meets manufacturer ...

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Removal
Caution: Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Caution. Remove the engine coolant thermostat housing retainer nut (4). Remove the engine coolant thermostat housing retainer (1). Remove the 4 engine coolant thermostat housing bolts (3). Remo ...