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Disabling Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones  before disabling the SIR system.
  1. Turn the steering wheel until the vehicle's wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.
  3. Remove the key from the ignition.
  4. 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.
  5. Remove the SIR fuse from the fuse block (1) located in the underhood fuse block.
  6. Remove the LF door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door in Doors.
  7. Fig 2: View Of Connector Position Assurance (CPA) & Side Impact Sensor Yellow 2-Way Connector
    GM612189Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (3) from the side impact sensor yellow 2-way connector (5) located near the bottom left of the door.
  9. Disconnect the side impact sensor yellow 2-way connector (5) located near the bottom left of the door.