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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009CORVETTE V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSAIR BAGSERVICE AND REPAIRINSTRUMENT PANEL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT MODULE REPLACEMENT
2009 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2L
Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
2009 Chevrolet Corvette V8-6.2LSECTION Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning (SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning).
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning (SIR Warning).
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the I/P module harness connector.
4. Disconnect the pigtail connector from the I/P module.
5. Remove the mounting fasteners from the I/P module.
6. Remove the I/P module from the bracket.
7. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping (Service and Repair).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the I/P module to the bracket.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
2. Install the I/P module mounting fasteners. Tighten the fasteners in the order shown in the graphic.
Tighten the fasteners to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
3. Connect the pigtail connector to the I/P module.
4. Install the CPA to the harness connector on the I/P module.
5. Install the I/P assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
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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.