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Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor Replacement

Fig 1: Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor
GM4260772Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Callout Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .
WARNING: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:
  • The seat cushion frame
  • The seat recliner, if equipped
  • The seat adjuster
  • The seat back frame

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling 
1 Airbag Front End Discriminating Sensor [2x]
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  2. Loosen the fastener and slide the sensor out of the keyhole slot.
  3. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling 
NOTE: Integral sensor assembly bolt uses Left Hand threads. Use counterclockwise rotation to loosen fastener at TORX® tip end. If accessing at pan head end of the fastener, use clockwise rotation to loosen bolt.

Tighten 
7.5 N.m (66 lb in)