Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Chevrolet HHR. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs. WARNING: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS). Before applying power to the SIS make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedures could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs. Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Assembly Bolts (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . TIP: Loosen the bolts and slide the sensor out of the key hole slots. Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Assembly TIP: Disconnect the electrical connector.

Callout

Component Name

WARNING:

When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

WARNING:

Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (SIS). Before applying power to the SIS make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedures could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

Preliminary Procedure

Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .

Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Assembly Bolts (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

TIP: Loosen the bolts and slide the sensor out of the key hole slots.
Tighten
9 N.m (80 lb in)

Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Assembly
TIP: Disconnect the electrical connector.