FAQ for Air Bag Sensor Repair
Q: What should I pay attention to about the airbag system?
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Proper operation of the SIR sensing system requires that any repairs to the vehicle structure return the vehicle structure to the original production configuration. Not properly repairing the vehicle structure could cause non-deployment in a collision or deployment for conditions less severe than intended.
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01/11/2022 Q: How to remove the impact sensor?
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You can disable the SIR system, disconnect the wire harness, remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the connector, the sensor retaining bolt and the sensor and bolt assembly from the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the impact sensor?
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The recommended bolt torque is 9 N.m (79 lb in).
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01/11/2022 Q: How to install the impact sensor?
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You can remove any dirt, grease, or other contaminants from the mounting surface, point the arrow on the SDM toward the front of the vehicle, install the sensor and the bolt assembly horizontally to the radiator support, connect the wire connector to the sensor, install the connector position assurance (CPA), and enable the SIR system.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How to remove the airbag control?
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The procedure is to disable the SIR system, remove the driver's seat, the driver-side door sill plate, the connector position assurance (CPA), and the SDM mounting fasteners, and repair the fasteners.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: How to install the accumulator assembly, spacer plate, and gaskets?
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The procedure is to remove any dirt, grease, or other contaminants from the mounting surface, install the door sill plate, and the driver seat, and enable the SIR system.
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28/10/2022 Q: What is the installation procedure for the airbag deactivation indicator?
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The procedure is to connect the I/P module switch electrical connector and install the I/P module switch and the instrument panel trim bezel.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What is the service and repair zone 5 procedure for the airbag (s) arming and disarming?
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You can turn the steering wheel, remove the key, and the SIR fuse, remove the connector position assurance (CPA), and disconnect the I/P module yellow 4-way connector.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What is the service and repair zone 7 procedure for the airbag (s) arming and disarming?
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The procedure is to turn the steering wheel, remove the key, the SIR fuse, the connector position assurance (CPA), and the CPA, and disconnect the I/P module yellow 4-way connector.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What should I do before disabling the SIR system?
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You need to refer to SIR Service Precautions.
By BobGM Specialist
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