Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 GMC Terrain and 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Sensing & Diagnostic Module

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Callout	Component Name
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. WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedures Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the drivers seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement . Remove the front floor console trim plate. Refer to Front Floor Console Trim Plate Replacement . Access the SDM module through the console structure opening. Disconnect the electrical connector.
1	Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Fastener (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2	Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Assembly Tip: When installing, ensure the arrow on the module is pointed towards the front of the vehicle. If installing a replacement module, program the module. Refer to Control Module References .

Callout

Component Name

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.

WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the drivers seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement .
Remove the front floor console trim plate. Refer to Front Floor Console Trim Plate Replacement .
Access the SDM module through the console structure opening.
Disconnect the electrical connector.

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

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)

Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Assembly
Tip:

When installing, ensure the arrow on the module is pointed towards the front of the vehicle.
If installing a replacement module, program the module. Refer to Control Module References .