2003 Chevrolet Express 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.3L VIN XFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Instrument Panel Module Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 and to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9.

CAUTION:
- Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Service Precautions.
- Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.


2. Remove the body control module.
3. Remove the passenger instrument panel (I/P) trim pad.
4. Remove the right knee bolster bracket.

Factory service manual diagram



5. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the harness connector on the inflatable restraint I/P module.
6. Disconnect the I/P module electrical connector (1).

Factory service manual diagram



7. Remove the upper bolts (3) from the I/P module (1).
8. Remove the lower bolts (2) from the I/P module (1).
9. Remove the I/P module (1).
10. Ensure that the I/P module is fully deployed 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

Factory service manual diagram



1. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module (1) to the I/P carrier.
2. Install the lower bolts (2) hand tight.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the lower bolts (3) to the inflatable restraint I/P module.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Factory service manual diagram



4. Install the right knee bolster bracket.
5. Install the passenger I/P trim pad.
6. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the inflatable restraint I/P module.
7. Install the CPA to the I/P module electrical connector.
8. Install the body control module.
9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5 and to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 9.
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