GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Important: Refer to SIR Service Precautions before disabling the SIR system.

  1. Turn the steering wheel until the vehicle's wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.
  3. Remove the key from the ignition.
  4. Important: With the AIR BAG Fuse removed and the ignition ON, the AIR BAG indicator illuminates. This is normal operation and does not indicate an SIR system malfunction.

  5. Remove the AIR BAG Fuse from the fuse block.

  6. Object Number: 190000  Size: SH
  7. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (1) from the steering wheel module yellow 2-way connector (2) located at the base of the steering column.
  8. Disconnect the steering wheel module yellow 2-way connector (2) located at the base of the steering column.

  9. Object Number: 748421  Size: SH
  10. Access the IP module yellow 2-way connector (1) located behind the main IP support by opening the glove box and pressing in on the sides. This will allow the glove box to extend beyond the stops and to fully open. The IP module connector will be attached to the main IP support.
  11. Remove the CPA from the IP module yellow 2-way connector (1) located behind the IP support.
  12. Disconnect the IP module yellow 2-way connector (1) located behind the IP support.

  13. Object Number: 595705  Size: SH
  14. Remove the CPA from the LF side impact module yellow 2-way connector (2) located under the driver seat.
  15. Disconnect the LF side impact module yellow 2-way connector (1) located under the driver seat.
  16. Remove the CPA from the RF side impact module yellow 2-way connector (2) located under the passenger seat.
  17. Disconnect the RF side impact module yellow 2-way connector (1) located under the passenger seat.