Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: 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 center pillar garnish moldings. Refer to
Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
.
- Remove the side door opening garnish molding. Refer to
Side Door Opening Frame Garnish Molding Replacement
.
- Remove the body side rear trim panel. Refer to
Body Side Rear Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (2) from the connector to the inflatable restraint roof rail module (1).
- Disconnect the connector (3) from the roof rail module.
- Remove the fasteners from the roof rail module.
- Lower the headliner to gain clearance to the roof rail module.
- Remove the tether from the windsheild pillar (1).
- Remove the roof rail module from the roof.
Installation Procedure
Caution: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS). Before
applying power to the SIS make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe
the correct installation procedures could cause SIR deployment, personal injury,
or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
- Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.
- Insert the roof rail module tether to the windshield pillar (1).
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.
- Install the mounting fasteners 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 (3).
- Install the CPA (2) to the roof rail module harness connector.
- Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to
Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
.
- Install the center pillar garnish moldings. Refer to
Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
.
- Install the side door opening garnish molding. Refer to
Side Door Opening Frame Garnish Molding Replacement
.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
.
- 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
.