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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Rear Seat Body Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 106079 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.

    Caution: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

       • The seat cushion frame
       • The seat recliner, if equipped
       • The seat adjuster
       • The seat back frame
    Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.

    3. Object Number: 508224 Size: MH
  3. Remove the fasteners (4) from the rear side inflator module (5).
  4. Remove the rear side inflator module.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 508224 Size: MH
  1. Install new rear side inflator module (5) to the body panel (1).

    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.

    Important: When reinstalling or replacing rear side inflator module, apply thread locking compound GM P/N 12345493 ( Canadian P/N 10953488 ) or equivalent to the threads of the studs.

  2. Install the mounting fasteners (4) to the rear side inflator module.

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

  3. Connect the wiring harness (3) from the rear side inflator module to the vehicle wiring harness (2).
  4. Install the CPA to the rear side air bag connector (2,3).
  5. Install the retaining clip to the air bag connector assembly.

    6. Object Number: 106079 Size: SH
  6. Install the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .
  8. 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 .