Rainier AWD L6-4.2L VIN S (2005)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module
INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system.
CAUTION:
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Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Before applying power to the SDM, make sure that it is
securely fastened with the arrow facing toward the front of the vehicle. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause
SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.
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Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Remove the floor console.
3. Partially remove the console mounting bracket in order to allow access to the rear carpet. Refer to Bracket Replacement - Console Floor in
Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
4. Position the rear carpet in order to access the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors (2) from the SDM (1).
6. Remove the nuts that retain the SDM to the floor panel.
7. Remove the SDM from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove any dirt, grease, etc. from the mounting surface.
2. Install the SDM horizontally to the vehicle.
3. Point the arrow on the SDM towards the front of the vehicle.
4. Install the nuts that retain the SDM to the floor panel.
Tighten the nuts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.