Does an illuminated airbag light indicate it needs to be serviced?

Yes. The airbag light indicates that the restraint control module, which includes the sensors, has identified a fault in the system and has deactivated the airbag and pretensioners.

GM Genuine Parts Passenger Presence Sensor Module (Programming Required)

About this product

GM Genuine Parts Airbag Passenger Presence Modules are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. These modules detect if an occupant is in the passenger seat of your vehicle which then signals if the passenger seat airbag needs to engage. GM Genuine Parts are the true OE parts installed during the production of or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE).

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This part requires programming and/or special setup procedures. GM Service Information describes the procedures and special tools needed to ensure proper operation in the vehicle
Helps engage or disengage passenger seat airbag
Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors
GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
Collision parts are designed to help promote proper and safe repair

ClassificationOE

Width18.377 in / 466.78 mm

Length20.808 in / 528.53 mm

ClassificationOE

Length20.808 in / 528.53 mm

Width18.377 in / 466.78 mm

24 Months/Unlimited Miles Limited Warranty for Parts (plus Labor if installed by a GM dealer)

Please visit our warranty page on Gmparts.com for full warranty details.

Before the purchase and installation of an airbag passenger presence module, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.

Due to the critical nature of the design of air bag systems, GM does not support the use of any used, salvaged, or imitation parts for repair. Only new, genuine GM warranted parts should be used in repair.
Do not allow small children to sit in the passenger front of the vehicle due to potential injury from the airbag restraint system.
Have the airbag passenger presence module inspected by a certified technician after all collisions.
Regularly inspect airbag passenger presence modules for signs of damage or wear, and replace them if signs of damage are found.
Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s manual for additional vehicle maintenance practices.

Signs of wear or damage for airbag passenger presence modules include but are not limited to:

Airbag malfunction lamp illuminated
Passenger air bag activated with seat empty

Model	Body Style	Trim	Year(s)
Spark		LS, LT	2013, 2014, 2015
Spark EV		LT	2014, 2015, 2016

About this product

Warning WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

This part requires programming and/or special setup procedures. GM Service Information describes the procedures and special tools needed to ensure proper operation in the vehicle
Helps engage or disengage passenger seat airbag
Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors
GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
Collision parts are designed to help promote proper and safe repair

ClassificationOE

Width18.377 in / 466.78 mm

Length20.808 in / 528.53 mm

ClassificationOE

Length20.808 in / 528.53 mm

Width18.377 in / 466.78 mm

24 Months/Unlimited Miles Limited Warranty for Parts (plus Labor if installed by a GM dealer)

Please visit our warranty page on Gmparts.com for full warranty details.

Before the purchase and installation of an airbag passenger presence module, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.

Due to the critical nature of the design of air bag systems, GM does not support the use of any used, salvaged, or imitation parts for repair. Only new, genuine GM warranted parts should be used in repair.
Do not allow small children to sit in the passenger front of the vehicle due to potential injury from the airbag restraint system.
Have the airbag passenger presence module inspected by a certified technician after all collisions.
Regularly inspect airbag passenger presence modules for signs of damage or wear, and replace them if signs of damage are found.
Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s manual for additional vehicle maintenance practices.

Signs of wear or damage for airbag passenger presence modules include but are not limited to:

Airbag malfunction lamp illuminated
Passenger air bag activated with seat empty

Model	Body Style	Trim	Year(s)
Spark		LS, LT	2013, 2014, 2015
Spark EV		LT	2014, 2015, 2016

About this product

Product details

Specifications

Warranty

Maintenance

Before the purchase and installation of an airbag passenger presence module, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.

Signs of wear or damage for airbag passenger presence modules include but are not limited to:

Fits these vehicles

About this product

Product details

Specifications

Warranty

Maintenance

Before the purchase and installation of an airbag passenger presence module, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.

Signs of wear or damage for airbag passenger presence modules include but are not limited to:

Fits these vehicles

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