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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Park Avenue 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.

    2. Object Number: 262498 Size: SH
  2. Remove the right sound insulator fasteners (2) from the I/P.
  3. Disconnect the following components:
    4. • The courtesy lamp
    • The PSIR connector
    • The heater temperature sensor connector
  4. Remove the right sound insulator (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 262498 Size: SH
  1. Connect the following components to the insulator:
    2. • The courtesy lamp
    • The PSIR connector
    • The heater temperature sensor connector
  2. Position the right sound insulator (1) to the I/P.

    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 fasteners (2) to the I/P.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.