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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2002 🢒 Park Avenue 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:

   • Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
   • Make sure the bag opening points away from you
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.


    Object Number: 464940 Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the yellow 2-way connector (2) on the inflatable restraint I/P module from the yellow 2-way connector (1) on the vehicle harness.
  3. Remove the yellow 2-way connector (2) on the inflatable restraint I/P module from the I/P bracket (3).

    4. Object Number: 464929 Size: SH
  4. Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  5. Note the iwire harness routing position in order to assist in re-assembly.
  6. Push the yellow 2-way connector (2) on the inflatable restraint I/P module away from the I/P (3).

    7. Object Number: 464937 Size: SH
  7. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module mounting fasteners (2).

    8. Important: When removing the inflatable restraint I/P module (3), do not damage the inflatable restraint I/P module pigtail (4).

  8. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module (3) from the I/P (1).
  9. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 464937 Size: SH

    Important: When installing the inflatable restraint I/P module (3), do not damage the inflatable restraint I/P module pigtail (4).

  1. Route the inflatable restraint I/P module pigtail (4) down through the I/P (1).
  2. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module (3) to the I/P (1).

    3. 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.

  3. Install the mounting fasteners (2) to the inflatable restraint I/P module.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 464929 Size: SH
  4. Route the wiring harness (2) to the inflatable restraint I/P module in place in order to secure the yellow 2-way connector clip to the I/P (3).
  5. Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

    6. Object Number: 464940 Size: SH
  6. Clip the yellow 2-way connector (2) on the inflatable restraint I/P module to the I/P bracket (3).
  7. Install the yellow 2-way connector (2) on the inflatable restraint I/P module to the yellow 2-way connector (1) on the vehicle harness.
  8. Install the CPA (4) to the inflatable restraint I/P module connector (2).
  9. Install the right insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  10. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .