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:
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
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Dis ...
Rear Side Door Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim
Replacement.
Rear Side Door Check Link Bolt
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Procedure
Remove the water deflector
Disconnect the door electrical connector.
Suppo ...
