GMC 2004 Sierra 1500 Pickup, Owner'S Manual, Page: 93 / 588

Q:
What if I added a snow plow? Will it keep the
air bags from working properly?
A:
We’ve designed our air bag systems to work
properly under a wide range of conditions,
including snow plowing with vehicles equipped
with the optional Snow Plow Prep Package (RPO
VYU). But don’t change or defeat the snow
plow’s
″
tripping mechanism.
″
If you do, it can
damage your snow plow and your vehicle, and it
may cause an air bag inflation.
Q:
Because I have a disability, I have to get my
vehicle modified. How can I find out whether
this will affect my advanced air bag system?
A:
Changing or moving any parts of the front seats,
safety belts, the air bag sensing and diagnostic
module (located under the driver’s seat), or
the inside rearview mirror can affect the operation
of the advanced air bag system. If you have
questions, call Customer Assistance. The phone
numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance
are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. See
″
Customer
Satisfaction Procedure
″
in the Index.
Restraint System Check
Checking Your Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light
and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors
and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see
anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing
its job, have it repaired.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt
is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
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