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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Alero Export 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 241293 Size: MH

    Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:

       • Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
       • Make sure the bag opening points away from you
    When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint I/P module yellow 2-way connector (2).
  4. Disconnect the inflatable restraint I/P module yellow 2-way connector (2).
  5. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module screws (3).
  6. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 241293 Size: MH
  1. Install the inflatable restraint instrument panel (I/P) module (1).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the screws (3) that secure the inflatable restraint I/P module.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Connect the inflatable restraint I/P module yellow 2-way connector (2).
  4. Install the CPA to the inflatable restraint I/P module yellow 2-way connector (2).
  5. Install the I/P compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .