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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2002 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:

       • Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
       • Make sure the bag opening points away from you
    When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

    3. Object Number: 220947 Size: SH
  3. Remove the lower mounting fasteners from the inflatable restraint I/P module bracket.
  4. Remove the upper mounting fasteners from the inflatable restraint I/P module bracket.
  5. Remove the module bracket assembly from the I/P carrier.

    6. Object Number: 220948 Size: SH
  6. Remove the mounting fasteners (3) from the inflatable restraint I/P module.
  7. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module (1) from the bracket (2).
  8. 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 .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 220948 Size: SH
  1. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module (1) to the bracket (2).

    2. 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.

  2. Install the mounting fasteners (3) to the inflatable restraint module.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten fasteners to 3.2 N·m (28 lb in).


    Object Number: 220947 Size: SH
  3. Install the inflatable restraint module bracket assembly to the I/P carrier.
  4. Install the upper mounting fasteners to the inflatable restraint module bracket.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten fasteners to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  5. Install the lower mounting fasteners to the inflatable restraint module bracket.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten fasteners to 2.8 N·m (25 lb in).

  6. Install the instrument panel carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .