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:
Rail Dust Damage Repair
Warning: Refer to Eye Protection Warning in the Preface section.
Note: If rail dust has penetrated into the basecoat, the panel
requires refinishing. Ensure all the rail dust has been removed prior to
refinishing or the rust spots will return.
Rail dust damage comes from the tiny iron particles ...
Steering Wheel Controls
For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted
at the steering wheel.
: For vehicles with a Bluetooth,
OnStar, or navigation system, press to interact with those systems.
: Press to silence the vehicle speakers
only. Press again to turn the sound on. ...
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front
end, or side sheet metal, may keep the airbag system from working properly. The
operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing or moving any parts
of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag ...
