OEM Restraints System Part Replacement Search

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2008 Saturn Astra

DISABLE PROCEDURE AND TIME (Always Check Service Manual)

1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels are pointing straight ahead.
2. Place the ignition in the OFF position.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
4. Wait 1 minute before working on system.

PARTS THAT MUST BE REPLACED FOLLOWING A DEPLOYMENT

After a collision involving air bag deployment, replace the following components.

Important: The front passenger seat is equipped with a PPS, which detects an occupant. If the requirements for disabling the I/P air bag are met then the PPS will communicate with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) to disable/turn OFF the I/P air bag, even in a accident. For more information on the PPS refer to SIR System Description and Operation .

• Inflatable restraint I/P module, (if deployed) and after performing the necessary inspections listed above

• Inflatable restraint steering wheel module (If Deployed)

• Inflatable restraint SDM (If any Deployed)

• Inflatable restraint front end sensor, left/right

• Inflatable restraint seat belt pretensioners (If Deployed)

Perform additional inspections on the following components.

• Steering wheel module coil and the coil wiring pigtail--Inspect for melting, scorching, or other damage due to excessive heat.

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the I/P, steering wheel module, SDM, and pretensioners--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.

•Any damaged or defective restraint system part


After a collision involving side air bag deployment, replace the following components.

• Inflatable restraint side impact sensors (SIS), left/right, on the side of the impact

• Inflatable restraint roof rail module, left/right, on the side of the impact (If Deployed)

• Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module (If Deployed)

• Inflatable restraint SDM (If any Deployed)

• Inflatable restraint seat belt pretensioner (If Deployed)

Perform additional inspections on the following components.

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the SIS--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the roof rail module (left/right) on the side of impact--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the SDM and seat belt pretensioners--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.

•Any damaged or defective restraint system part

PARTS THAT MUST BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED IF DAMAGED

After a collision, inspect the following components as indicated. If any damage is detected, replace the component. If damage to the mounting points or mounting hardware is detected, repair the component or replace the hardware as needed.

• Steering column--Perform the steering column accident damage checking procedures. Refer to Steering Column Accident Damage Inspection .

• Instrument panel (I/P) knee bolsters and mounting points--Inspect the knee bolsters for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.

• I/P brackets, braces, etc.--Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.

• Seat belts--Perform the seat belt operational and functional checks. Refer to Operational and Functional Checks .

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the SIS--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the roof rail module (left/right) on the side of impact--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.

• Mounting points or mounting hardware for the SDM and seat belt pretensioners--Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.


•Seats and seat mounting points--Inspect for bending, twisting, buckling, or any other type of damage.

• Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

• The seat cushion frame

• The seat recliner, if equipped

• The seat adjuster

• The seat back frame

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

•Passenger seat bottom with passenger presence system (PPS)--Check for any DTCs or problems that may cause the PPS not to function properly.

•The roof and headliner mounting points.