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Disabling Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Refer to SIR Service Precautions  before disabling the SIR system.
  1. Turn the steering wheel until the vehicle wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.
  3. Remove the key from the ignition.
  4. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  5. Access the instrument panel (I/P) module connector through the glove box.
  6. Fig 1: View Of Fuse & Relay Block
    GM884366Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: With the SIR fuse removed and the ignition ON, the AIR BAG indicator illuminates. This is normal operation and does not indicate an SIR system malfunction.
  7. Remove the SIR fuse from the fuse block (1) located in the underhood fuse block.
  8. Fig 2: Disconnecting/Reconnecting CPA & Steering Wheel Module Yellow 4-Way Connector
    GM869638Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (1) from the steering wheel module yellow 4-way connector (2) located left of the steering column near the knee bolster.
  10. Disconnect the steering wheel module yellow 4-way connector located left of the steering column near the knee bolster.
  11. Fig 3: Locating IP Module 4-Way Yellow Connector Behind IP Support
    GM869607Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the CPA from the I/P module yellow 4-way connector (1) located behind the I/P support.
  13. Disconnect the I/P module yellow 4-way connector (1) located behind the I/P support.
  14. Fig 4: Identifying CPA Clip
    GM869639Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Remove the CPA from the RF seat belt pretensioner yellow 2-way connector (1) located under the passenger seat.
  16. Disconnect the RF seat belt pretensioner yellow 2-way connector (1) located under the passenger seat.
  17. Fig 5: Removing/Installing Garnish Molding (Center Pillar)
    GM740434Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Remove the garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar in Interior Trim
  19. Remove the CPA from the inflatable restraint roof rail module - right yellow 2-way inline connector.
  20. Disconnect the inflatable restraint roof rail module - right yellow 2-way inline connector from the vehicle harness connector.
  21. Fig 6: Identifying CPA Clip
    GM869639Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Remove the CPA from the LF seat belt pretensioner yellow 2-way connector (1) located under the driver seat.
  23. Disconnect the LF seat belt pretensioner yellow 2-way connector (1) located under the driver seat.
  24. Fig 7: Removing/Installing Garnish Molding (Center Pillar)
    GM740434Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Remove the garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Center Pillar in Interior Trim
  26. Remove the CPA from the inflatable restraint roof rail module - left yellow 2-way inline connector.
  27. Disconnect the inflatable restraint roof rail module - left yellow 2-way inline connector from the vehicle harness connector.