Warning: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.

Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Lower the side of the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement.

1

Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Nut

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

2

Rear Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Loosen the roof side rail inflatable restraint module bolts. (Qty: 8)

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

3. Remove the push in retainers (Qty: 7) securing the roof side rail inflatable restraint module to the vehicle.
4. Remove the roof side rail inflatable restraint module from the vehicle.

Tip
The bolts and the push in fasteners are an integral part of the module and should remain with the module.