GMC 2003 Sonoma Owner's Manual page 65

If something is between an occupant and an
air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it
might force the object into that person causing
severe injury or even death. The path of an
inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don't put
anything between an occupant and an air bag,
and don't attach or put anything on. the
steering wheel hub or on or near any other air
bag covering.
The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument
panel on the passenger's side.
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