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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: 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.
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Connector Position Assurance
    GM217474Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the passenger front seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  3. Remove the right side, center pillar, lower trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the right insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  5. Reposition the front and rear door weatherstrips as required.
  6. Lift up the carpet to access the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
  7. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the connector to the SDM.
    8. Fig 2: View Of Connector At SDM
    GM217475Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the connector from the SDM.
    9. Fig 3: View Of SDM
    GM238075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the SDM mounting fasteners (1).
  10. Remove the SDM (2) from the floor pan (3).
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