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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

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

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Partially remove the seat back panel to access the wiring.

  3. Object Number: 513378  Size: SH

    Important: Removal of the right or the left inflatable restraint side impact module wiring harness uses the same procedure.

  4. Remove the inflatable restraint side impact module (2) from the seat (1). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement .
  5. With the seat back panel removed, the inflatable restraint side impact module wiring harness (3) will be exposed.

  6. Remove the retaining clips that fasten the side impact module wiring harness (3) to the seat (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 513378  Size: SH
  1. Install the new side impact module wiring harness (3) to the seat (1).
  2. Install the retaining clips that fasten the side impact module wiring harness (3) to the seat (1).
  3. Install the side impact module (2) to the seat (1). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement .
  4. Install the seat back panel.
  5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .