Disabling & Activating Air Bag System: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 1998 Chevrolet Venture. 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. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
in GENERAL INFORMATION. Record preset radio stations and obtain code for theft deterrent-equipped radios before disconnecting battery.
WARNING:
SDM maintains sufficient voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after ignition switch is turned OFF, battery is disconnected, or fuse powering SDM is removed. In order to begin servicing immediately, air bag modules must be removed from deployment loop.