Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement

Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Restraint System Service Precautions.

Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution.

1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) center trim panel.
3. Remove the radio.
4. Remove the right access cover from the I/P end cap.
5. Remove the right air outlet.
6. Remove the I/P compartment door.
7. Remove the digital radio receiver, if equipped.




8. Access the 2 fasteners located above the service holes (1) inside the I/P compartment door opening.




9. Remove the fasteners from the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint (PSIR) inflator module.




10. Remove the 2 side retaining nuts (1) from the PSIR module.




11. Partially remove the PSIR inflator module from the I/P.
12. Disconnect the connector position assurance (CPA).
13. Disconnect the electrical connector from the PSIR module.
14. Remove the PSIR inflator module from the vehicle.
15. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module is being replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping.

Important: If the PSIR module has deployed while attached to the I/P, the PSIR bracket MUST be replaced.

16. If replacing the PSIR bracket, remove the I/P assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement.




17. Remove the 2 fasteners retaining the PSIR bracket to the I/P structure.




18. Remove the PSIR bracket from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. If replacing the PSIR bracket, install the PSIR bracket to the I/P structure.






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the 2 fasteners retaining the PSIR bracket to the I/P structure.

Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

3. Install the I/P assembly.




4. Position the PSIR inflator module to the front of the I/P and connect the electrical connector.
5. Connect the CPA.
6. Install the PSIR inflator module to the I/P.




7. Partially Install the 2 lower fasteners retaining the PSIR module to the I/P structure.




8. Install the 2 side retaining nuts (1) to the PSIR inflator module.

Tighten the 4 PSIR fasteners until fully driven, seated and not stripped.

9. Install the digital radio receiver, if equipped.
10. Install the radio.
11. Install the I/P center trim panel.
12. Install the right air outlet.
13. Install the right access cover to the I/P end cap.
14. Enable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
15. Install the I/P compartment door.