
2. SERVICE OPERATIONS
2.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not use a fast battery charger for starting the vehicle.
2. Never disconnect the battery from the vehicle's electrical system while the engine is running.
3. Disconnect the battery from the vehicle's electrical system before fast battery charging.
4. Never disconnect or connect the SDM connector with the ignition turned on.
5. After an accident, the individual SRS components must be replaced if the following circumstances apply:
a. Deformation of the SDM. (If the floor pan is deformed where the SDM is mounted, it must be repaired).
b. Pre-tensioners, horn bar and air bag inflator module, front passenger's air bag inflator module that have not
been triggered, but are damaged.
c. Pre-tensioners, horn bar and air bag inflator module, front passenger's air bag inflator module or SDM
assemblies that have been triggered.
In an accident which was severe enough to deploy the pre-tensioners but not severe enough to deploy air
bag/s; any seat belt worn in the accident, the pre-tensioners and the front seat guide rail and adjuster
assemblies must be replaced.
If the horn bar and air bag inflator module or front passenger's air bag inflator module have also deployed;
the steering column, clock spring coil, steering wheel, instrument panel pad, front passenger air bag inflator
support rail assembly, PAB door assembly and instrument panel pad name plate badge.
NOTE:
DAMAGED OR DEFECTIVE COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM MUST NOT BE REPAIRED, BUT MUST
ALWAYS BE REPLACED.
7. When fasteners are removed, always reinstall them in the same location from which they were removed. If a
fastener needs to be replaced, use a fastener with the correct part number for that application. If a fastener
with the correct part number is not available, a fastener of equal size and strength (or stronger) may be used.
Fasteners that should not be reused, and those requiring thread locking compound will be identified in this
Section. The correct torque value must be used when installing fasteners that require it. If these conditions are
not adhered to, parts or system damage could result.
8. The windshield plays an active part during the deployment of the front passenger's air bag. The strength of the
windshield and its urethane adhesive is critical to ensure that the front seat passenger is correctly protected
during deployment. Replacement windshield glass and adhesives complying to Holden's specifications may
only be used.
Only use the correct urethane adhesive when installing a windshield to maintain original installation integrity.
Failure to use the correct product will result in poor retention of the glass. For vehicles with front passenger
side air bag, the windshield must be replaced properly so that occupant protection provided by the SRS is
maintained.
9. Sensing and Diagnostic Module.
Take care when handling the SDM. Never strike or jar the module or body structure adjacent to the module in a
manner which could cause deployment of the pre-tensioner’s or air bag/s.
10. Undeployed air bag inflator module.
When carrying a live (undeployed) air bag inflator module, ensure that it is pointed away from you. In case of
an accidental deployment, the air bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury.
When placing a live air bag inflator module on a bench or other surface, always face the assembly up, away
from the surface. This is necessary in order to provide free space for the air bag to expand, in case of
accidental deployment. Also, never place anything on top of air bag inflator module.
Never carry the driver's air bag inflator module by the horn bar contact wires on the underside of the assembly.
If still connected, never carry the pre-tensioner’s or the front passenger's inflator module by its wiring harness
lead.
Do not apply power to the module except as specified in this Section.
Do not attempt to make any repairs to the module/s. A damaged or defective horn bar and air bag inflator
module or front passenger's air bag inflator module assembly must be replaced.
Do not weld, solder, braze, hammer, machine, drill, or otherwise heat seat belt pre-tensioners or air bag inflator
modules.
11. Deployed air bag inflator module/s.
Always wear gloves and safety glasses when handling a deployed pre-tensioner, horn bar and air bag inflator
module or front passenger air bag inflator module. The surface of these components may contain chemicals
(eg. Sodium Hydroxide) as a result of the gas generated during combustion. This can irritate your skin. Wash
hands with mild soap and water afterwards.
12. Steering column.