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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2001 🢒 Century 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 300150 Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Loosen the two inflatable restraint side impact sensor fasteners (2).
  4. Remove the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (1) from the center pillar (3).
  5. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the side impact sensor connector.
  6. Disconnect the side impact sensor connector.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 300150 Size: SH
  1. Connect the side impact sensor connector to the side impact sensor (1).
  2. Install the CPA to the side impact sensor connector.
  3. Install the side impact sensor (1) to the center pillar (3).

    4. 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.

  4. Install the fasteners (2) to the side impact sensor (1).

    5. Tighten
    Use only hand tools to tighten the fasteners to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  5. Install the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .