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2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard Trans

Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module
GM2592873Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Callout Component Name
WARNING:

Following the deployment of a rear seat side air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

  • The rear seat side bolster, attachments, brackets and wiring
  • The rear seat back frame, cushion and cover
  • The rear seat cushion frame, cushion and cover

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Disable the SIR system, if equipped. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the rear seat back cushion bolster. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Bolster Replacement .
1 Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Nut (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
2 Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket
3 Rear Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module

Procedure

  1. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the module electrical connector.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  3. Slide airbag out of airbag chute.
  4. Install seat side airbag into airbag chute with connector facing down. Airbag mounting studs must fit through airbag chute holes and then into the module bracket.
  5. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping .
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