Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
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.
Front Seat Back Trim
Front Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Nut (Qty: 2)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 4 N·m (36 lb in)
Front Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly
Tip
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering
Caution: The new SIR coil assembly will be centered. Improper
alignment of the SIR coil assembly may damage the unit, causing an
inflatable restraint malfunction.
Verify the following condi ...
Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
Warning: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or
unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the
door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF ...
Other materials:
Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature.
1.4L L4 Engine Shown, 1.8L L4 Engine Similar
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
WARNING
An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the eng ...
Installation Procedure
Align the body side outer panel reinforcement.
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the body side
outer panel reinforcement as noted from the original panel.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces
for welding.
Position the body side outer pa ...
Air/Wind Noise
Special Tools
CH-39570 Chassis Ear
GE-41416 Ultrasonic Leak Detector
Warning: Refer to Assistant Driving Warning in the Preface section.
To analyze a reported windnoise condition, test drive the vehicle to
determine the origin of the noise.
Choose a regular route with smooth and strai ...
