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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
    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 .
  2. Remove the headliner and the garnish moldings from the vehicle. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
    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.
  3. Unsnap the SIR tether retainer and remove the tether from the windshield pillar.
    4. Fig 1: View Of Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module
    GM964653Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the SIR module fasteners from the inflator retention tabs and clips. Remove the SIR module from the vehicle.
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