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Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement

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Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Sensing & Diagnostic Module
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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

  1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
1 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Fastener (Qty: 3)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  7 N.m (56 lb in)

2 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Assembly

Procedure

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