Instrument Panel (IP) - Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Replacement

Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling And Storage Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the console.
3. Remove the IP accessory trim plate.
4. Remove the instrument panel (IP) passenger compartment.
5. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel.
6. Remove the IP upper trim pad.
7. Remove the RH side window defogger outlet duct.
8. Release the IP harness retainer from the passenger SIR bracket along the hinge pillar.
9. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the passenger supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) module electrical connector.
10. Release the electrical connector retainer from the passenger SIR bracket.




11. Disconnect the passenger SIR module electrical connector.






Important: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.

12. Mark the location of the passenger knee bolster bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Disassembly Precautions.
13. Remove the bolts retaining the passenger knee bolster bracket to the center support bracket.

Important: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.

14. Mark the location of the passenger SIR bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Disassembly Precautions.




15. Remove the bolts mounting the passenger SIR bracket to the IP lower support beam.




16. Remove the bolts mounting the passenger SIR bracket to the IP upper support beam.
17. Remove the passenger SIR bracket.




18. Mark the location of the passenger SIR module in relation to the passenger SIR bracket.
19. Remove the passenger SIR module (1) retaining nuts (3).
20. Remove the passenger SIR module (1) from the passenger SIR bracket (2).




21. Remove the passenger knee bolster bracket mounting bolts.
22. Remove the passenger knee bolster bracket.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the passenger knee bolster bracket into position as marked prior to removal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the passenger knee bolster bracket to passenger SIR bracket retaining bolts.

Tighten the passenger knee bolster bracket retaining bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).




3. Install the passenger SIR module (1) to the passenger SIR bracket (2) as marked prior to removal.
4. Install the passenger SIR module (1) retaining nuts (3).

Tighten the passenger SIR module retaining nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




5. Install the passenger SIR bracket into position as marked prior to removal.




6. Install the bolts mounting the passenger SIR bracket to the IP upper and lower support beams.

Tighten the passenger SIR bracket mounting bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).




7. Position the passenger knee bolster bracket to the center support bracket as marked prior to removal.
8. Install the bolts retaining the passenger knee bolster bracket to the center support bracket.

Tighten the passenger knee bolster bracket retaining bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).




9. Connect the passenger SIR module electrical connector.




10. Secure the electrical connector retainer to the passenger SIR bracket.
11. Install the CPA to the passenger SIR module electrical connector.
12. Secure the IP harness retainer to the passenger SIR bracket along the hinge pillar.
(Be sure to insert the IP compartment lamp electrical connector down through the opening in the top of the passenger SIR bracket.)
13. Install the RH side window defogger outlet duct.
14. Install the IP upper trim pad.
15. Adjust the fit of the passenger SIR module to the IP upper trim pad, if necessary.
16. Install the instrument panel passenger compartment.
17. Install the driver knee bolster trim panel.
18. Install the IP accessory trim plate.
19. Install the console.
20. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.