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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.

    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.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
  2. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
  3. Remove the center pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
  4. Remove the side door opening garnish molding. Refer to Side Door Opening Frame Garnish Molding Replacement.
  5. Remove the body side rear trim panel. Refer to Body Side Rear Trim Panel Replacement.

  6. Object Number: 1273529  Size: SH
  7. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (2) from the harness connector to the inflatable restraint roof rail module (1).
  8. Lower the headliner to gain clearance to the roof rail module.
  9. Disconnect the connector (3) from the roof rail module.
  10. Remove the fasteners from the roof rail module.

  11. Object Number: 1069944  Size: SH
  12. Remove the tether from the windshield pillar (1).
  13. Remove the roof rail module from the roof.

Installation Procedure

    Warning: 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.

  1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.

  2. Object Number: 1069944  Size: SH
  3. Insert the roof rail module tether to the windshield pillar (1).
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the mounting fasteners to the inflatable restraint roof rail module.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 1273529  Size: SH
  7. Install the roof rail module connector (3) to the wiring harness.
  8. Install the CPA (2) to the roof rail module harness connector.
  9. Install the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
  10. Install the center pillar garnish moldings. Refer to Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement.
  11. Install the side door opening garnish molding. Refer to Side Door Opening Frame Garnish Molding Replacement.
  12. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
  13. 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.