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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base

Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module Replacement - Left Side

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module Replacement - Left Side
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Buick LaCrosse and 2007 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Left Side Roof Rail Module
GM1544955Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail Module Replacement - Left Side

Callout Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable the supplementary inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  3. Remove the center pillars upper trim panels. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the upper rear trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Remove the rear window shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement .
  6. Remove the headliner assembly. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement .
1 Bolts, Mounting Inflatable Roof Rail Module (Qty: 7)

Tighten:  10 N.m (89 lb in)
2 Connector, Electrical Inflatable Restraint Module
3 Module, Inflatable Restraint Roof Rail
Tip:  If the air bag had a DTC, and must be returned for warranty, refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .
RENDER: 1.0x

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