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 ...

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Hill Start Assist (HSA)
This vehicle has an HSA feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling, either forward or rearward, during vehicle drive off. After the driver completely stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a ...

Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Remove the driver inflatable restraint instrument panel lower module. ...

Engine Oil Cooler Housing Replacement
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