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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Inside Air Temperature Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: When you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, you must disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

  1. Remove the Left Closeout Insulator Panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
  2. Remove the Left Knee Bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.

    3. Object Number: 517288 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the inside temperature sensor (1) electrical connector.
  4. Remove the fastener (2) from the inside temperature sensor.

    5. Object Number: 517286 Size: SH
  5. Remove the Inside Air Temperature Sensor (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 517286 Size: SH
  1. Install the inside temperature sensor (1) to the IP.

    2. Object Number: 517288 Size: SH
  2. Install the inside temperature sensor (1) fastener (2).

    3. 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.

  3. Tighten the fastener (2).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 1.4 N·m (12 lb in).

  4. Connect the inside temperature sensor (1) electrical connector.
  5. Install the Left Knee Bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
  6. Install the Left Closeout Insulator Panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.