Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 685

Fig. 39: View Of Deployment Harness Leads
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20. Disconnect the SIR deployment harness from the power source after the inflator module

deploys.

21. If the inflator module did not deploy, disconnect the adapter and discontinue the procedure

and contact the Technical Assistance Group.

If deployment was successful, proceed to the following steps.

CAUTION: 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.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 RESTRAINTS Supplemental Inflatable Restraints - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

Silverado

22. Seat one banana plug into the other in order to short the deployment harness leads.

Fig. 40: Disposing Of Deployed Inflator Module
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23. Put on a pair of shop gloves.

24. Disconnect the pigtail adapter from the inflator module as soon as possible.

25. Inspect the pigtail adapter and the SIR deployment harness. Replace as needed.

26. Dispose of the deployed inflator module through normal refuse channels.

27. Wash your hands with a mild soap.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 RESTRAINTS Supplemental Inflatable Restraints - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

Silverado