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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2006 🢒 Rainier - 2WD 🢒 Body 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

    Caution: Do not strike or jolt the inflatable restraint front end sensor. Before applying power to the front end sensor make sure that it is securely fastened. Failure to observe the correct installation procedure could cause SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.

    3. Object Number: 842975 Size: SH
  3. Remove the headlamp wire harness from the retaining clip (1).

    4. Object Number: 842985 Size: SH
  4. Raise and support the headlamp wire harness (1) to gain access to the front end sensor.

    5. Object Number: 842968 Size: SH
  5. Loosen the bolts (1) retaining the sensor to the frame.

    6. Object Number: 742124 Size: SH
  6. Remove the sensor assembly from the frame (1).

    7. Object Number: 842979 Size: SH
  7. Position the sensor assembly above the front bumper.
  8. Remove the retaining bolts and protective cover (1) from the sensor.
  9. Remove the connector-position assurance (CPA) from the sensor electrical connector.
  10. Disconnect the sensor (2) electrical connector.
  11. Remove the sensor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.

    2. Object Number: 842979 Size: SH
  2. Position the sensor assembly horizontally above the front bumper.
  3. Connect the sensor (2) electrical connector.
  4. Install the connector-position assurance (CPA) to the sensor electrical connector.
  5. Install the retaining bolts and protective cover (1) to the sensor.

    6. Object Number: 742124 Size: SH
  6. Position the sensor assembly horizontally to the frame (1).
  7. Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.

    8. Object Number: 842968 Size: SH

    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.

  8. Install the 2 bolts (1) retaining the discriminating sensor assembly to the frame.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 842985 Size: SH
  9. Position the headlamp wire harness (1) to the retaining clip.

    10. Object Number: 842975 Size: SH
  10. Install and secure the headlamp wire harness in the retaining clip (1).
  11. Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  12. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .