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Front End Inflatable Restraint Discriminating Sensor Replacement (Chevrolet)

Fig 1: Front End Inflatable Restraint Discriminating Sensor
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Front End Inflatable Restraint Discriminating Sensor Replacement (Chevrolet)

Callout Component Name
WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

WARNING:

Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

  • The seat cushion frame
  • The seat recliner, if equipped
  • The seat adjuster
  • The seat back frame

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. If servicing the driver side sensor, remove the front bumper fascia opening upper cover. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Opening Upper Cover Replacement .
  3. If servicing the driver side sensor, reposition the front compartment forward lamp harness relay center.
1 Inflatable Restraint Front End Discriminating Sensor Assembly (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

  1. Disconnect electrical connector.
  2. Loosen the bolts and slide the sensors out of the keyhole slots.
  3. The bolts are integral to the sensor assembly and DO NOT remove separately.

Tighten 
7.5 (66 lb in)