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Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module
GM1613565Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
WARNING: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.
WARNING: When installing the roof rail airbag, do not twist or turn the airbag 360 degrees. Securing the roof rail airbag with an airbag twisted or turned 360 degrees may cause the airbag not to deploy correctly and could cause personal injury.
WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the windshield pillar garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  3. Remove the center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Remove the assist handles. Refer to Assist Handle Replacement .
  6. Lower the side of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
1 Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Bolt
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  9 N.m (80 lb in)

2 Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Assembly
3 Assist Handle Bracket Assembly