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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 255439 Size: SH

    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.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the I/P module cover. Refer to SIR Module Cover Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the 2-way wiring harness connector (1) on the inflatable restraint I/P module.
  4. Disconnect the 2-way wiring harness connector (1) from the inflatable restraint I/P module.
  5. Remove the fasteners (2) from the inflatable restraint I/P module.
  6. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module (3).
  7. 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 .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 255439 Size: SH
  1. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module (3).

    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.

  2. Install the fasteners (2) to the inflatable restraint I/P module.

    3. Tighten
    Use only hand tools to tighten the fasteners to 8 N·m (72 lb in).

  3. Connect the 2-way wiring harness connector (1) to the inflatable restraint I/P module.
  4. Install the CPA to the 2-way wiring harness connector.
  5. Install the I/P module cover. Refer to SIR Module Cover Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .