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Removal Procedure

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    WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .
    WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .
  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) accessory trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  3. Remove the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
  4. Remove the right access cover from the I/P end cap.
  5. Remove the right air outlet. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Air Outlet Replacement - Right Side .
  6. Remove the I/P compartment door. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Door Replacement .
  7. Remove the digital radio receiver, if equipped. Refer to Digital Radio Receiver Replacement .
    8. Fig 1: View Of I/P Compartment Door Opening Service Holes
    GM1304290Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Access the 2 fasteners located above the service holes (1) inside the I/P compartment door opening.
    9. Fig 2: View Of PSIR Inflator Module Fasteners
    GM1304351Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the fasteners from the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint (PSIR) inflator module.
    10. Fig 3: View Of PSIR Module Retaining Nuts
    GM1304254Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the 2 side retaining nuts (1) from the PSIR module.
    11. Fig 4: View Of PSIR Module
    GM1276395Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Partially remove the PSIR inflator module from the I/P.
  12. Disconnect the connector position assurance (CPA).
  13. Disconnect the electrical connector from the PSIR module.
  14. Remove the PSIR inflator module from the vehicle.
  15. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module is being replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .
    16. NOTE: If the PSIR module has deployed while attached to the I/P, the PSIR bracket MUST be replaced.
  16. If replacing the PSIR bracket, remove the I/P assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement .
    17. Fig 5: View Of PSIR Bracket To I/P Structure Fasteners
    GM1284588Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Remove the 2 fasteners retaining the PSIR bracket to the I/P structure.
    18. Fig 6: View Of PSIR Bracket
    GM1284589Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Remove the PSIR bracket from the vehicle.
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