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Accident With Frontal Air Bag Deployment

FRONTAL INFLATOR MODULE DEPLOYMENT - COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND INSPECTIONS

After a collision involving inflator module deployment, replace the following components.
- Inflatable restraint I/P module (if deployed)
- Inflatable restraint seat belt pretensioners
- Inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Replace only if DTC B0051 or B0053 cannot be cleared using the scan tool. Refer to DTC B0051 or DTC B0053.
- Inflatable restraint steering wheel module (if deployed)

Perform additional inspections on the following components:
- Inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and coil wiring pigtail - Inspect for melting, scorching, or other damage due to excessive heat.
- Mounting points and mounting hardware for the inflatable restraint I/P module, steering wheel module, and SDM - Inspect for any damage and repair or replace each component as needed.