Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (AK5)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9.

CAUTION:
- Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before applying power to the SDM, make sure that it is securely fastened with the arrow facing toward the front of the vehicle. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
- If the vehicle interior is exposed to moisture and becomes soaked up to the level of the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM), the SDM and SDM harness connector must be replaced. The SDM could be activated when powered, which could cause airbag deployment and result in personal injury.
- Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.




2. Remove the passenger front seat.
3. Remove the passenger front carpet retainer. Roll back the carpet.
4. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the wiring harness connector of the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
5. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the SDM.




6. Remove the SDM mounting fasteners (3).
7. Remove the SDM (1) from the floor pan (2).

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




2. Install the SDM (1) horizontally to the floor pan (2).
3. Point the arrow on the SDM toward the front of the vehicle.
4. Install the SDM mounting fasteners (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




5. Install the wiring harness connector to the SDM.
6. Install the CPA to the SDM wiring harness connector.
7. Install the carpet and the passenger front carpet retainer.
8. Install the passenger front seat.
9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9.