Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair

INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8.

CAUTION: 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.

2. Remove the console assembly.




3. Remove the retainers from the connector position assurance (CPA) and disconnect the electrical connectors.
4. Remove the nuts and remove the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other contaminants from the mounting surface.
2. Install the SDM to the vehicle with the nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the console assembly.
4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8.
5. Reprogram the BCM. Programming and Relearning

IMPORTANT: If you do NOT perform the BCM programming procedure, the vehicle option content information which is read by the BCM may be incorrect and a DTC B1001 Option Configuration Error will set in both the SDM and the BCM. This will illuminate the AIR BAG telltale.