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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Isuzu i-370, 2008 Isuzu i-290, 2008 GMC Canyon, and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    CAUTION: 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.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the floor console. Refer to Console Replacement (Small W/ Manual Transmission) or Console Replacement (Large w/Manual or Auto Transmission) .
  3. Cut the carpet along the "I" cut pattern over the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
  4. Fold the carpet back to expose the SDM.
  5. Fig 1: View Of SDM & Electrical Connector
    GM1276854Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the SDM (1).
  7. Fig 2: View Of SDM
    GM1276856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the nuts (2) retaining the SDM (1) to the floor studs (3).
  9. Remove the SDM from the vehicle.