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Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2 (Impala)SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2 (Monte Carlo).

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.
- Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

2. Remove the center pillar lower trim.
3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the yellow 2-way harness connector on the inflatable restraint side impact sensor.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the side impact sensor.
5. Loosen the 2 fasteners (2) on the side impact sensor.
6. Remove the side impact sensor (1) from the center pillar (3).

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




2. Install the side impact sensor (1) to the center pillar (3).
3. Tighten the 2 fasteners (2) on the side impact sensor (1).
4. Connect the yellow 2-way harness connector on the side impact sensor.
5. Install the CPA to the yellow 2-way connector on the side impact sensor and tighten using only hand tools.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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

6. Install the center pillar lower trim.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2 (Impala)SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 2 (Monte Carlo).
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