Disabling & Activating Air Bag System: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora and 1996 Buick Riviera. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. Record customer radio stations, as memory will be lost. Code equipped radios may also lock. Obtain code from customer. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.
WARNING:
The SDM maintains sufficient voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after ignition is turned OFF, battery is disconnected, or fuse powering SDM is removed. In order to begin servicing immediately, inflator modules must be removed from the deployment loop. See DISABLING SYSTEM
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