Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Acadia, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module

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Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before applying power to the SDM, make sure that it is securely fastened with the arrow facing toward the front of the vehicle. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs. WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement (Enclave) , Front Floor Console Replacement (Acadia) , Front Floor Console Replacement (Traverse) . Remove the HVAC floor duct. Position the carpet in order to access the sensor. Disconnect the electrical connector.
1	Inflatable Restraint Sensor and Diagnostic Module Nut (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (88 lb ft)
2	Inflatable Restraint Sensor and Diagnostic Module Assembly Procedure When installing, ensure the arrow on the module is pointed towards the front of the vehicle. Tighten down the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module by all 3 fasteners. Connect the electrical connectors. If installing a replacement module, program the module. Refer to Control Module References .

Callout

Component Name

WARNING:

Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before applying power to the SDM, make sure that it is securely fastened with the arrow facing toward the front of the vehicle. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement (Enclave) , Front Floor Console Replacement (Acadia) , Front Floor Console Replacement (Traverse) .
Remove the HVAC floor duct.
Position the carpet in order to access the sensor.
Disconnect the electrical connector.

Inflatable Restraint Sensor and Diagnostic Module Nut (Qty: 3)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
10 N.m (88 lb ft)

Inflatable Restraint Sensor and Diagnostic Module Assembly

Procedure

When installing, ensure the arrow on the module is pointed towards the front of the vehicle.
Tighten down the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module by all 3 fasteners.
Connect the electrical connectors.
If installing a replacement module, program the module. Refer to Control Module References .