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Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Replacement - Left Side

Inflatable Restraint Roof Side Rail Module Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .

Refer to SIR Warning .

Note

The inflatable restraint roof side rail module cannot be removed without destroying it must be replaced.



1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2. Remove the headlining trim panel. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Without Sunroof) Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (With Sunroof) .

3. Remove the windshield side garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .

4. Remove the 2 security clips (1), and remove the 5 fasteners (2).


5. Release and disconnect the wiring harness plug (1).


6. Unscrew the fastener from the inflatable restraint roof side rail module (2).

7. Open the metal clip (3) and remove it.

8. Remove the inflatable restraint roof side rail module (1) from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure


1. Position and align the inflatable restraint roof side rail module on in the vehicle (1).


2.
Note

After ignition ON, the airbag system readiness indicator illuminates for 4 seconds and then goes out.


Attach the inflatable restraint roof side rail module with new metal clip (1) to the bracket (2).


3. Insert the inflatable restraint roof side rail module fastener (3).

4. Connect the wiring harness plug (4).

5. Install the headlining trim panel. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Without Sunroof) Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (With Sunroof) .

6. Install the windshield side garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement .