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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 289 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSIR DISABLING AND ENABLING ZONE 4ENABLING PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T

Enabling Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Enabling Procedure
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    Fig 1: Locating Inflatable Restraint I/P Module Connector
    GM217468Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  2. Connect the inflatable restraint I/P module connector located near the base of the steering column.
  3. Install the CPA to the I/P module connector located near the base of the steering column.
    4. Fig 2: Steering Wheel Module Coil Connector Removed
    GM68614Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil connector located at the base of the steering column.
    5. Fig 3: Steering Wheel Module Coil & CPA
    GM68613Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the CPA to the steering wheel module coil connector located at the base of the steering column.
    6. Fig 4: I/P Fuse Block & SDM Fuse
    GM68610Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the left sound insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  7. Install the SDM Fuse to the I/P fuse block.
  8. Install the front floor kick-up panel. Refer to Kick-Up Panel Replacement - Front Floor in Interior Trim.
  9. Staying well away from both air bags, turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
    1. The AIR BAG indicator will flash seven times.
    2. The AIR BAG indicator will then turn OFF.
  10. Perform Diagnostic System Check - SIR  if the AIR BAG indicator does not operate as described.
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