Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement Oldsmobile
Removal Procedure
Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
• | Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on
the inflator module |
• | Make sure the bag opening points away from you |
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag
opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests.
When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag
opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the
air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal
injury may result.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to
Disabling the SIR System
.
- Remove the IP carrier.
Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
- Remove the inflatable restraint IP module rear mounting fasteners (3).
- Remove the foam insulator
bracket (2).
- Remove the foam insulator (2).
- Remove the forward inflatable
restraint IP module fasteners.
- Remove the inflatable restraint IP module (1).
- Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced
under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required
retention period. Refer to
Inflator Module Handling, Shipping, and Scrapping
.
Installation Procedure
- Install the inflatable
restraint IP module (1).
- Install the forward inflatable restraint IP module mounting fasteners.
Do not tighten the fasteners.
- Install the foam insulator (2).
- Install the foam insulator
bracket (2).
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the rear inflatable restraint IP module fasteners (3).
Tighten
• | Tighten the forward fasteners to 24 N·m (18 lb ft). |
• | Tighten the rear fasteners to 11 N·m (94 lb in). |
- Install the IP carrier. Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
Enabling the SIR System
.
Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement Buick
Removal Procedure
Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
• | Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on
the inflator module |
• | Make sure the bag opening points away from you |
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag
opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests.
When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag
opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the
air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal
injury may result.
- Disable the SIR system.
Refer to
Disabling the SIR System
.
- Remove the Upper IP trim panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and
Console.
- Remove the IP storage compartment. Refer to
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges,
and Console.
- Remove 5 fasteners (1)
from the IP carrier.
- Use a spacer in order
to hold the right side of the IP carrier (1) out about 3.8 cm
(1.5 in).
- Remove the 2 inflatable
restraint IP module upper fasteners (1).
- Remove the 2 inflatable
restraint IP module lower fasteners (1).
- Remove the inflatable
restraint module (1).
- Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced
under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required
retention period. Refer to
Inflator Module Handling, Shipping, and Scrapping
.
Installation Procedure
- Use a spacer in order
to hold the right side of the IP carrier (1) out about 3.8 cm
(1.5 in).
- Install the inflatable
restraint IP module (1).
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the lower inflatable restraint IP module fasteners.
Tighten
Tighten the lower fasteners to 11 N·m (94 lb in).
Install the 2 inflatable restraint IP module lower fasteners (1).
- Install the 2 inflatable
restraint IP module upper fasteners (1).
Tighten
Tighten the upper fasteners to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install 5 fasteners (1)
to the IP carrier.
- Install the IP storage
compartment. Refer to
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
- Install the Upper IP trim panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and
Console.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
Enabling the SIR System
.