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Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement




Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning (SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning).
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning (SIR Warning).
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the I/P module harness connector.
4. Disconnect the pigtail connector from the I/P module.




5. Remove the mounting fasteners from the I/P module.
6. Remove the I/P module from the bracket.
7. 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 (Service and Repair).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the I/P module to the bracket.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the I/P module mounting fasteners. Tighten the fasteners in the order shown in the graphic.

Tighten the fasteners to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

3. Connect the pigtail connector to the I/P module.
4. Install the CPA to the harness connector on the I/P module.
5. Install the I/P assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).