Removal Procedure
- Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Remove the floor console. Refer to Console Replacement .
- Partially remove the console mounting bracket in order to allow access to the rear carpet. Refer to Floor Console Bracket Replacement .
- Position the rear carpet in order to access the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
- Disconnect the electrical connectors (2) from the SDM (1).
- Remove the nuts that retain the SDM to the floor panel.
- Remove the SDM from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before applying power to the SDM, make sure that it is securely fastened with the arrow facing toward the front of the vehicle. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
CAUTION:
Refer to SIR Caution
.