Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement

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Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement

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Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution . Preliminary Procedures Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove instrument panel upper compartment assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Compartment Replacement .
1	Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bolt (Qty: 4) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2	Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Tip: Using a plastic flat-bladed tool, pull up on module to disengage retainers. Disconnect the electrical connectors. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

Callout

Component Name

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove instrument panel upper compartment assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Compartment Replacement .

Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bolt (Qty: 4)

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)

Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module
Tip:

Using a plastic flat-bladed tool, pull up on module to disengage retainers.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .