Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .

CAUTION:

Use care when working around the head curtain inflator module. Sharp tools may puncture the curtain airbag. If the head curtain inflator module is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling

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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

With a flat bladed plastic trim tool, start at the front and work your way back to release the clips.
Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover (1) - Remove
{ If equipped } Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Starting at the rear of the front side door sill garnish molding (1), pull upward at the b-pillar joint to disengage the garnish molding.
Work your way forward disengaging all the front side door sill garnish molding clips then pull rearward to disengage the clip on the forward vertical wall.
Front Side Door Sill Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
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Rear Seat Cushion (1) - Remove - Rear Seat Cushion Removal and Installation
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Fold the rear seat back to the downward position.
Access the rear seat back bolster retainer lock (1) through a slot in the upper portion of the bolster.
Slide the rear seat back bolster retainer lock (1) toward the front of the vehicle.
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Rear Seat Back Bolster Nut (1) - Remove
Squeeze the rear seat back bolster retainer to release it.
Rear Seat Back Bolster (2) - Remove
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Use the appropriate plastic trim tool to aid in the removal of the rear side door sill garnish molding (1).
Rear Side Door Sill Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
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Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Cover (1) - Remove
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Bolt- Upper (2) - Remove
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Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel (1) - Remove
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Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (2) - Remove
Pull the trim panel (3) toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retainers.
Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) - Remove
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Front Seat Belt Retractor D Ring Bolt (1) - Remove
Front Seat Belt Retainer (2) - Remove
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
Front Seat Belt Retractor Bolt -Upper (1) - Remove
Front Seat Belt Retractor Bolt -Lower (2) - Remove
Front Seat Belt Retractor (3) - Remove