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Installation Procedure

  1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.
    2. Fig 1: Locating SDM Mounting Fasteners
    GM202131Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the SDM (1) horizontally to the floor pan (3).
  3. Point the arrow on the SDM toward the front of the vehicle.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: If the old mounting fasteners are damaged, refer to the additional repair procedures at the end of this step.
    IMPORTANT: The following repair procedures should only be used in the event that the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) studs and/or fasteners are damaged to the extent that the SDM can no longer be properly mounted.
  4. Install the SDM mounting fasteners (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 14 N.m (124 lb in).

    First Repair

    1. Discard the old fastener.
    2. Use a new fastener GM P/N 10156138.
    3. Install the SDM mounting fasteners (1).

      Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 14 N.m (124 lb in).

    Second Repair

    1. Discard the old fastener.
    2. Use a larger fastener GM P/N 10267482 with washer GM P/N 11500305.
    3. Install the SDM mounting fasteners (1).

      Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: Identifying Sensing & Diagnostic Module (SDM) Wiring Harness Connector
    GM202126Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the SDM wiring harness connector to the SDM.
    6. Fig 3: View Of Sensing & Diagnostic Module (SDM) Wiring Harness Connector
    GM202124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the CPA to the SDM wiring harness connector.
  7. Install the carpet and the passenger front carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement (Coupe) or Carpet Retainer Replacement (Sedan) in Interior Trim.
  8. Install the passenger front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement in Seats.
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9 .
  10. If you replaced the SDM, perform the following procedure in order to update the BCM with the new SDM part number:
      IMPORTANT: The AIR BAG indicator may remain ON after the SDM is replaced. After programming the SDM part number into the BCM, cycle the ignition switch OFF and ON. This turns OFF the AIR BAG indicator and clears the DTC.
    1. Install a scan tool.
    2. Select the Special Functions option from the SIR Menu and press enter.
    3. Select the Setup SDM Part Number in BCM option and press enter.
    4. Follow the procedure on the scan tool display.
    5. Cycle the ignition switch OFF and ON.
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