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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1998FIREBIRD V8-5.7L VIN GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - RESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN G
Removal Procedure
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION Removal Procedure
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
3. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) harness connector.
4. Disconnect the SDM harness connector from the SDM.
5. Remove the SDM mounting fasteners (2).
6. Remove the SDM (1) from the bracket (3).
2. Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
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3. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) harness connector.
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4. Disconnect the SDM harness connector from the SDM.
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5. Remove the SDM mounting fasteners (2).
6. Remove the SDM (1) from the bracket (3).
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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.