Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Nut (1) - Remove [ 2x ]
Instrument Panel Lower Airbag - Driver Side (2) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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With a flat bladed plastic trim tool, start at the front and work your way back to release the clips.
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover - Left Side (1) - Remove
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Disconnect the hood primary latch release cable end retainer from the hood primary latch release cable handle (1).
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Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator Retainer (1) - Remove
Instrument Panel Insulator Bolt (2) - Remove [ 2x ]
Instrument Panel Insulator Nut (3) - Remove [ 2x ]
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NOTE:
Use a plastic trim tool if necessary.

Release the tabs from the instrument panel lower trim panel insulator (1).
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Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Insulator (1) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Move the steering column up so you can access the lower left corner of the instrument panel center trim pad (1).
Start with a flat-bladed plastic trim tool in the lower left corner of the instrument panel center trim pad (1) and work your way clockwise.
Instrument Panel Center Trim Pad (1) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Data Link Connector Bolt (1) - Remove [ 2x ]
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Bolt (2) - Remove [ 3x ]
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Release the clips with a suitable tool.
Disconnect and reposition harness as necessary.
Clear the instrument panel knee bolster deflector studs when removing the instrument panel knee bolster (1).
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NOTE:
Typical wiring harness shown. Individual wiring harnesses may differ based on option content.

Disconnect the electrical connectors. (1)
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Press on the tabs to release the serial data gateway module. (1)