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Instrument Panel Module Replacement



Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
^ Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module.
^ Make sure the bag opening points away from you.
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.


Removal Procedure






1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the instrument panel trim pad. Service and Repair
3. Remove the Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel (IP) module mounting fasteners (3).
4. Remove the Inflatable Restraint IP module (2) from the cross-car beam (1).

Installation Procedure






1. Install the Inflatable Restraint IP module (2) to the cross-car beam (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the Inflatable Restraint IP module mounting fasteners (3).

Tighten :Tighten fasteners to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the instrument panel trim pad.
4. Enable the SIR system.