Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.

CAUTION: Use care when working around the roof rail inflator module because sharp objects may puncture the roof rail airbag and the airbag will not deploy correctly.
In order to avoid personal injury, if any part of the module is damaged replace the entire module

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2 or to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 6 .
Remove the headliner and the garnish moldings from the vehicle. Refer to Headliner Replacement (Sedan) or Headliner Replacement (Extended Sedan) in Interior Trim.

IMPORTANT: Remove all clips from the structure. Clips are designed for single usage only. The new inflator assembly will contain new clips.

Fig 1: Unsnapping SIR Tether Retainer And Removing Tether From Windshield Pillar

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Unsnap the SIR tether retainer and remove the tether from the windshield pillar.

Fig 2: Removing Fasteners And Clips From SIR Module

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Remove the fasteners and the clips from the SIR module.

Fig 3: Removing SIR Module From Vehicle

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Remove the SIR module from the vehicle.