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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2002 🢒 Montana 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 260342 Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
  2. Remove the seat belt retractor trim cover. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Left Front or Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front in Seat Belts.
  3. Loosen the inflatable restraint side impact sensor fasteners (2).

    4. Object Number: 260344 Size: SH
  4. Remove the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (1) from the center pillar.
  5. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (3) from the inflatable restraint side impact sensor yellow 2-way wiring harness connector (2).
  6. Disconnect the inflatable restraint side impact sensor wiring harness connector (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 260344 Size: SH
  1. Connect the inflatable restraint side impact sensor yellow 2-way connector (2) to the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (1).
  2. Install the CPA to the inflatable restraint side impact sensor yellow 2-way wiring harness connector (2).
  3. Install the inflatable restraint side impact sensor (1) to the center pillar.

    4. Object Number: 260342 Size: SH

    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.

  4. Install the fasteners (2) to the inflatable restraint side impact sensor.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten fasteners to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  5. Install the seat belt retractor trim cover. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Left Front or Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front in Seat Belts.
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .