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

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:

Liftgate
To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press or on the central locking switch or on the driver door switch. The vehicle must be in P (Park) for automatic transmissions. For manual transmissions the parking brake must be engaged. To open the liftgate from the outside, press twi ...

Interior Care
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Immediately remove any soils. Note that newspapers or dark garments that can transfer color to home furnishings can also permanently transfer color to the vehicle's interior. Use a soft bristle brush to remove d ...

Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV,LUW)
Removal Procedure Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning. Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame skid plate. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Rep ...