Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.

CAUTION: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.

Remove the appropriate front seat. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT -- BUCKET in Seats.
Remove the center console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT -- FRONT FLOOR in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Remove the front carpet retainer. Refer to CARPET RETAINER REPLACEMENT - FRONT .

Fig 1: Identifying Interior Components For Carpet Removal/Installation
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Remove the rear carpet retainer. Refer to CARPET RETAINER REPLACEMENT - REAR .
Remove the center pillar garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - CENTER PILLAR .
Remove the carpet (1,2).