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.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the rear headliner assembly. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement.

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Rear Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Loosen the 7 roof side rail inflatable restraint module bolts.
3. Remove the 2 push in retainers securing the roof side rail inflatable restraint module to the vehicle.
4. Remove the roof side rail inflatable restraint module from the vehicle.

Tip
The bolts and push in fasteners are an integral part of the module and should remain with the module.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

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.

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

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

Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the rear corner upper garnish molding. Refer to Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Replacement.
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
3. Remove the rear headliner assembly. Refer to Headlining Rear Trim Panel Replacement.

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Rear Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Loosen the 6 roof side rail inflatable restraint module bolts.
3. Remove the push in 3 retainers securing the roof side rail inflatable restraint module to the vehicle.
4. Remove the roof side rail inflatable restraint module from the vehicle.
5. If replacing the right side module, unfasten and reposition the rear HVAC duct, if equipped.

Tip
The bolts and the push in fasteners are an integral part of the module and should remain with the module.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)