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Inflatable Restraint Vehicle Rollover Sensor Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. 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
WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

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 .
  3. Remove the center seat, if equipped. Refer to Front Center Seat Replacement .
1 Inflatable Restraint Vehicle Rollover Sensor Nut (Qty: 3)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

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.