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Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module Replacement (Impala)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Replacing Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module
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Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module Replacement (Impala)

Callout Component Name
CAUTION: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Impala) or Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement (Monte Carlo) .
  3. Remove the center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Impala) or Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Monte Carlo) .
  5. Remove the assist handles. Refer to Assist Handle Replacement .
  6. Lower the side of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Impala) or Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Monte Carlo) .
1 Bolt, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail

Tighten:  9 N.m (80 lb in)

2 Module Assembly, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail
3 Bracket Assembly, Assist Handle