Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning in the Preface section.
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.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling.
- Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
- Remove the central pillar trim panel. Refer to
Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
- Remove the rear sail panel. Refer to
Sail Panel Replacement.
- Remove the rear seat back. Refer to
Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement.
- Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the harness connector to the inflatable restraint roof rail module.
- Disconnect the harness connector from the roof rail module.
- Lower the headliner to gain clearance to the roof rail module.
- Remove the fasteners (2, 3) from the roof rail module.
- Remove the roof rail module from the roof.
Installation Procedure
Warning: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before applying power to the SDM, make sure that it is securely fastened with the arrow facing toward the
front of the vehicle. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
- Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the mounting fasteners (2, 3) to the inflatable restraint roof rail module.
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the roof rail module harness connector (1) to the wiring harness.
- Install the CPA to the roof rail module harness connector.
- Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
- Install the center pillar trim. Refer to
Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
- Install the rear sail panel. Refer to
Sail Panel Replacement.
- Install the rear seat back. Refer to
Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling.
- Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module is replaced during warranty period, deploy and discard it after the required retaining period of the part. Refer to
Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping.