FAQ for Air Bag Sensor Repair
Q: What is the proper way to install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module?
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The proper way is to connect the horn contact lead and the steering wheel module electrical connector, align the steering wheel module fasteners and then enable the SIR system.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the right inflatable restraint roof rail module?
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The proper way is to install the mounting fasteners, the roof rail module harness connector, the CPA, the windshield garnish molding, the center pillar garnish moldings, and the rear sail panel.
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01/11/2022 Q: How to install the inflatable restraint side impact module wiring harness?
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You should install the new side impact module wiring harness to the seat, install the retaining clips that fasten the side impact module wiring harness to the seat, and then install the side impact module to the seat.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed about the SIR sensing system?
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Proper operation of the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (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 of the airbag(s) in a frontal collision or deployment of the airbag(s) for conditions less severe than intended.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the inflatable restraint instrument panel module?
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The proper way is to install the I/P module, the I/P module mounting fasteners, the I/P retainer, the I/P module yellow connector, and the CPA.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be done to remedy this?
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Dealers will replace the sensing and diagnostic module. The recall is expected to begin in May 2005. Owners should contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the front inflatable restraint side impact module?
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The procedure is to remove the seat back panel cover from the seat, remove the 2 bolts from the inflatable restraint side impact module bracket, remove the module from the seat, remove the Connector Position Assurance from the module electrical connector, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the module.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when handling or storing a live (undeployed) inflator module?
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You should take special care when handling or storing a live (undeployed) inflator module. An inflator module deployment produces a rapid generation of gas. This may cause the inflator module, or an object in front of the inflator module, to project through the air in the event of an unlikely deployment.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be known about the inflator module?
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You should be aware that the inflator module can be deployed inside or outside of the vehicle. The method used depends upon the final disposition of the vehicle.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be performed as additional inspections?
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You should inspect the mounting points or mounting hardware for the SIS, and side impact module (LF/RF) on the side of impact, the mounting points or mounting hardware for the roof rail module (left/right) on the side of impact, and then mounting points or mounting hardware for the SDM and seat belt pre-tensioners.
By BobGM Specialist
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