
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:
Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.
Preliminary Procedure
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Bolt
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 7.5 N·m (66 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Assembly
Procedure
Tip
The bolt is integral to the sensor assembly, DO NOT remove separately.
SIR Service Precautions
Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor ReplacementEngine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be
paid to engine oil.
Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment:
• Always use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity
grade. See “Selecting the Ri ...
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 the ignition
and remove the key when performing service in the
area of the SIS.
Warning: When pe ...
Removal Procedure
Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame. Refer to Drivetrain
and Front Suspension Frame Replacement.
Mark Installation position of insulator (2) at frame (1).
Cut out frame insulator core (1) from frame insulator (2).
Note: On the rear insulator dril ...