Enabling the SIR System

IMPORTANT: For steps 1-2, LHD illustrations are shown, RHD illustrations are similar. A LHD and RHD illustration are shown in step 3. LHD illustration is shown first.

Disabling The SIR System:

1. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
2. Connect yellow two-way SIR connector at the base of steering column and install Connector Position Assurance (CPA) device to connector.

Enabling The SIR System:

3. Connect yellow two-way passenger inflator module pigtail and install Connector Position Assurance (CPA) device to connector.

Enabling The SIR System:

For RHD Domestic vehicles only.

Enabling The SIR System:

4. Install upper trim panel insulator.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to tuck in all flaps.

Enabling The SIR System:

IMPORTANT: Be sure upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on forward edge before installing upper trim panel.

IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage VIN plate when replacing upper trim panel.

5. Lower panel, making sure upper trim panel alignment tabs interlock with windshield garnish slots.
6. Push down at clip locations to secure.
7. Press down firmly at forward corners to fully engage retainers.

Enabling The SIR System:

8. Install and tighten screws.
9. Install screw caps.

Torque: 2.3 N^m (20 in-lbs)

10. Install AIR BAG fuse to I/P junction block.
11. Turn ignition switch to the RUN position and verify that the AIR BAG warning lamp flashes seven times and then turns Off. If it does not operate as described, perform the "SIR Diagnostic System Check".