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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN1998SL2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISCRUISE CONTROLCRUISE CONTROL SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRENABLING THE SIR SYSTEM
1998 Saturn SL2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7
Enabling the SIR System
1998 Saturn SL2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7SECTION Enabling the SIR System
1. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
2. Connect yellow two-way SIR connector at the base of steering column and install connector position assurance (CPA) device to connector.
3. Connect yellow two-way passenger inflator module pigtail and install CPA device to connector.
4. Install upper trim panel insulator
IMPORTANT: Make sure to tuck in all flaps.
IMPORTANT: Be sure upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on forward edge before installing upper trim panel.
5. Install upper trim panel into clips at base of windshield.
IMPORTANT: Be careful, when removing or replacing upper trim panel, not to damage VIN plate.
6. Lower panel, making sure upper trim panel alignment tabs interlock with windshield garnish slots.
7. Push down at clip locations to secure.
8. Install and tighten screws.
9. Install screw caps.
- Torque: 2.3 Nm (20 inch lbs.)
10. Install AIR BAG fuse to VP junction block.
11. Turn ignition switch to the RUN position and verily that the AIR BAG warning lamp flashes seven times and then turns Off. If it does not operate as described, perform the "SIR Diagnostic System Check."
Yellow Two-way SIR Connector - Driver Side Under Steering Console:
2. Connect yellow two-way SIR connector at the base of steering column and install connector position assurance (CPA) device to connector.
Yellow Two-way SIR Connector - Passenger Side:
3. Connect yellow two-way passenger inflator module pigtail and install CPA device to connector.
Upper Dash Trim Panel:
4. Install upper trim panel insulator
IMPORTANT: Make sure to tuck in all flaps.
IMPORTANT: Be sure upper trim panel seal is correctly seated on forward edge before installing upper trim panel.
5. Install upper trim panel into clips at base of windshield.
IMPORTANT: Be careful, when removing or replacing upper trim panel, not to damage VIN plate.
6. Lower panel, making sure upper trim panel alignment tabs interlock with windshield garnish slots.
7. Push down at clip locations to secure.
Upper Dash Trim Panel:
8. Install and tighten screws.
9. Install screw caps.
- Torque: 2.3 Nm (20 inch lbs.)
10. Install AIR BAG fuse to VP junction block.
11. Turn ignition switch to the RUN position and verily that the AIR BAG warning lamp flashes seven times and then turns Off. If it does not operate as described, perform the "SIR Diagnostic System Check."
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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.