Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement (Coupe)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Side Impact Sensor

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement . Reposition the water deflector.
1	Side Impact Sensor Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure: Loosen the bolts in order to remove the sensor. Tighten: 8 N.m (71 lb in)
2	Side Impact Sensor Procedure Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
Reposition the water deflector.

Side Impact Sensor Bolt (Qty: 2)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure:
Loosen the bolts in order to remove the sensor.

Tighten: 8 N.m (71 lb in)

Side Impact Sensor

Procedure

Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
Disconnect the electrical connector.