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Inflatable Restraint Vehicle Rollover Sensor Replacement

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2008 GMC Yukon XL, 2008 GMC Yukon, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: View Of Inflatable Restraint Vehicle Rollover Sensor & Nuts
GM1697506Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the front center floor console bezel assembly, if equipped. Refer to Floor Console Bezel Replacement (Except Cadillac) or Floor Console Bezel Replacement (Cadillac) .
  3. Remove the center seat, if equipped. Refer to Front Center Seat Replacement .
1 Inflatable Restraint Vehicle Rollover Sensor Nut (Qty: 3)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  10 N.m (88 lb in)

2 Inflatable Restraint Vehicle Rollover Sensor Assembly
Tip: 
  • Reposition carpet and/or wiring harness in order to access sensor.
  • Disconnect the electrical connectors.