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Removal Procedure








1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Disabling the SIR System
2. Remove the passenger seat. Refer to Seat Replacement Front Bucket in Seats.
3. Remove the passenger carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement (Front) in Interior Trim.
4. Lift up the carpet and insulation to access the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
5. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) (3) from the SDM harness connector (2).
6. Disconnect the SDM harness connector (2) from the SDM (1).
7. Remove the SDM (6) mounting fasteners (1).
8. Remove the SDM (6) from the floor sheetmetal (2).