Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement. Buick LeSabre 2001

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2001 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

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.

Caution: A deployed dual stage inflator module will look the same whether one or both stages were used, always assume a deployed dual stage inflator module has an active stage 2. Improper handling or servicing can activate the inflator module and cause personal injury.

Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
Remove right closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (4) from the inflatable restraint instrument panel (I/P) module connector (2).
Remove the I/P module yellow connector (2) from the vehicle harness yellow connector (1).
Remove the I/P module yellow connector (2) from the I/P bracket (3).

Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Note the wire harness routing position of the inflatable restraint I/P module.
Push the yellow connector (2) of the inflatable restraint module away from the I/P (3).

Remove the mounting fasteners (2) from the inflatable restraint I/P module.
Remove the inflatable restraint module (3) from the I/P (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 and Scrapping .
When removing the inflatable restraint I/P module (3), do not damage the pigtail (4).

Installation Procedure

When installing the inflatable restraint I/P module (3) do not damage the pigtail (4).
Route the inflatable restraint I/P module pigtail (4) down through the I/P (1).
Install the inflatable restraint I/P module (3) to the I/P (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 mounting fasteners (2) that secure the inflatable restraint I/P module.

Tighten
Tighten fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

Route the wiring harness (2) in place to secure the yellow 2-way connector clip to the I/P (3).
Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

Clip the inflatable restraint I/P module yellow connector (2) to the I/P bracket (3).
Install the I/P module yellow connector (2) to the vehicle harness yellow connector (1).
Install the CPA (4) to the inflatable restraint I/P module connector (2).
Install the right closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .