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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
    CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental deployment and the risk of personal injury, do not dispose of an undeployed inflatable restraint seat belt pretensioner as normal shop waste. Undeployed seat belt pretensioners contain substances that could cause severe illness or personal injury if their sealed containers are damaged during disposal. Use the following deployment procedures to safely dispose of an undeployed seat belt pretensioner. Failure to observe the following disposal methods may be a violation of federal, state, or local laws.
    CAUTION: When carrying an undeployed inflatable restraint seat belt pretensioner:
    • Do not carry the seat belt pretensioner by the wires or connector.
    • Carry the seat belt pretensioner by the piston tube, keeping hands and fingers away from the cable.
    • Make sure the open end of the seat belt pretensioner piston tube points away from you and other people.
    • Do not cover the seat belt pretensioner piston tube opening with your hand.

    Failure to observe these guidelines may result in personal injury.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
    2. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Trim Panel From The Seat
    GM987165Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the recliner handle trim by pulling firmly on the trim.
  3. Remove the side trim cover from the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (2-Way) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (4-Way) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (6-Way) .
    4. Fig 2: Seat Belt Anchor To Frame
    GM1780235Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the seat belt anchor bolt from the seat frame.
  5. Remove the lower garnish molding from the center pillar. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Garnish Molding Replacement .
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the pretensioner retractor.
    7. Fig 3: Height Adjuster Cover
    GM1650910Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the height adjuster cover.
    8. Fig 4: View of Retractor Fasteners and Retractor
    GM1650911Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the retractor fasteners and remove the retractor.
  9. Remove the shoulder belt from the vehicle.
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