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Info - Procedure to Initialize SIR System during Predelivery Inspection

Subject:Procedure to Initialize the SIR System During Pre-Delivery Inspection

Models:2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup (Silverado, Sierra) and Utility (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon and Yukon XL) Models
2002 Cadillac Escalade



If a flashing SIR indicator lamp, with no DTCs, is encountered during the pre-delivery process, the following procedure will correct the condition.

  1. Connect the scan tool to the Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Turn on the scan tool and verify the software version. If the Tech 2 software is not version 21.002, update the scan tool.
  3. Select F0: "Diagnostics".
  4. Select the model year "2001".
  5. Select "Light Duty Truck".
  6. Select F1: "Body".
  7. Select "C" or "K".
  8. Select F5: "Supplemental Inflatable Restraint".
  9. Select F2: "Special Functions".
  10. Select F0: "Clear Manufacturer Enable Counter" .
  11. When the function is completed the scan tool will advise.
  12. Disconnect the scan tool.