Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

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.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

1. Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
3. Remove the upper center pillar trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
4. Remove the rear body side upper garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Rear Upper Garnish Molding Replacement .
5. Ensure the roof rail inflator has been fully deployed before disposal. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

1

Retainer, Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module

2

Screw, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Assembly (Qty: 2)

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

3

Bolt, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Assembly (Qty: 4)

Tighten
8 N·m (71 lb in)

4

Module Assembly, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail

5

Screw, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Assembly (Qty: 3)

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

6

Bolt, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Assembly (Qty: 2)

Tighten
8 N·m (71 lb in)

7

Bracket, Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Assembly