Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:
- The seat cushion frame
- The seat recliner, if equipped
- The seat adjuster
- The seat back frame
Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.
Preliminary Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
- Remove center pillar lower garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Garnish Molding Replacement
Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Screw
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 7.5 N·m (66 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Assembly
Procedure
- Disconnect electrical connector.
- Loosen the bolts and slide the sensor out of the keyhole slots.
Tip
The bolt is integral to the sensor assembly, DO NOT remove separately.
Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
- Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
- Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side and Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Nut (Qty: 3)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 10 N·m(89 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Assembly
Tip
If installing a replacement module, program the module. Refer to Control Module References
Front End Inflatable Restraint Discriminating Sensor Replacement
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the
following parts for damage. Replace these parts if
necessary:
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Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: When carrying a live inflator module, make sure the bag opening
is pointed away from you. This minimizes the chance of injury
in the case of an accidental deployment. Ne ...
Other materials:
Trailer Towing (Except Fuel Economy Model)
Before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have
to do with weight:
• The weight of the trailer.
• The weight of the trailer tongue.
• The total weight on your vehicle's tires.
Weight of the Trailer
How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more ...
Loss of Control
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control
systems:
• Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling.
• Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires
to slip and lose cornering force.
• Acceleration Skid — too much thro ...
Installation Procedure
Align the rocker inner panel.
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the quarter
outer panel as noted from the original panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
Position the rocker inner panel on the vehicle.
Verify the fit of ...