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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.
    CAUTION: Use care when working around the roof rail inflator module because sharp objects may puncture the roof rail airbag and the airbag will not deploy correctly.
    In order to avoid personal injury, if any part of the module is damaged replace the entire module
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2  or to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 6 .
  2. Remove the headliner and the garnish moldings from the vehicle. Refer to Headliner Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. IMPORTANT: Remove all clips and plastic guides from the structure. Clips are designed for single usage only. The new inflator assembly will contain new clips and plastic guides.
  4. Unsnap the SIR tether retainer and remove the tether from the windshield pillar.
  5. Fig 1: Removing SIR Module From Vehicle
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  6. Remove the SIR module fasteners from the inflator retention tabs and clips. Remove the SIR module from the vehicle.