Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Chevrolet HHR. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs. WARNING: 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. Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the center console. Refer to Console Replacement .
1	Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Nuts (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2	Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Reprogram the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module after installation. Refer to Control Module References . Disconnect the wire harness.

Callout

Component Name

WARNING:

When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

WARNING:

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.

Preliminary Procedure

Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the center console. Refer to Console Replacement .

Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Nuts (Qty: 3)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
10 N.m (89 lb in)

Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module

Reprogram the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module after installation. Refer to Control Module References .
Disconnect the wire harness.