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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1998LESABRE V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - RESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1998 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN K
Removal Procedure
1998 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Removal Procedure
Removal Procedure
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Remove the passenger front seat. Refer to Passenger Front Seat in Body and Accessories.
3. Remove the sill plate (RH). Refer to Sill Plate (RH) in Body and Accessories.
4. Lift up the carpet and insulation to access the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).
5. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) (3) from the SDM harness connector (2).
6. Disconnect the SDM harness connector (2) from the SDM (1).
7. Remove the SDM (3) mounting fasteners (1).
8. Remove the SDM (3) from the floor sheetmetal (2).
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Remove the passenger front seat. Refer to Passenger Front Seat in Body and Accessories.
3. Remove the sill plate (RH). Refer to Sill Plate (RH) in Body and Accessories.
4. Lift up the carpet and insulation to access the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).
5. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) (3) from the SDM harness connector (2).
6. Disconnect the SDM harness connector (2) from the SDM (1).
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7. Remove the SDM (3) mounting fasteners (1).
8. Remove the SDM (3) from the floor sheetmetal (2).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.