1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 34

What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize theair bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub will be hot a short time. The for part of the bag that comes into contact with you may be warm, but it will never be too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bag. Air bag inflation willnot prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle, nor will it stop people from leaving the vehicle. 0 The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you'll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don't get them, theair bag system won't be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include theair bag module and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. which records information about the air bagsystem. The module records informationabout the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. e Your vehicle is equipped witha diagnostic module, A CAUTION: I e Let only qualified technicians workon your air When an air bag inflates, 1 !re is du in 1 ! air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history asthma or other of breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone inthe vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can't out get of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh airby obening awindow or door. bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won't work properly. See your dealer for service. NOTICE: If you damage the cover for the driver'sbag, air You may have to it may not work properly. replace the air bag module. Do not open or break the air bag cover. - 1-22