Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Torrent and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2 or to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 6 .
- Remove the headliner and the garnish moldings from the vehicle. Refer to Headliner Replacement in Interior Trim.
- Unsnap the SIR tether retainer and remove the tether from the windshield pillar.
- Remove the SIR module fasteners from the inflator retention tabs and clips. Remove the SIR module from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to SIR Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION:
Use care when working around the roof rail inflator module because sharp objects may puncture the roof rail airbag and the airbag will not deploy correctly.
In order to avoid personal injury, if any part of the module is damaged replace the entire module
In order to avoid personal injury, if any part of the module is damaged replace the entire module
IMPORTANT:
Remove all clips and plastic guides from the structure. Clips are designed for single usage only. The new inflator assembly will contain new clips and plastic guides.