2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD V8-4.8L VIN VFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Instrument Panel Module Replacement



INFLATABLE RESTRAINT INSTRUMENT PANEL MODULE REPLACEMENT

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

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


Factory service manual diagram



2. Remove upper I/P trim panel.
3. Remove the I/P inflator module connector from the I/P structure.
4. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module nuts.
5. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module.
6. Fully deploy the module 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 to the I/P.
2. Install the nuts to the inflatable restraint I/P module.Install the top nuts first then the lower ones second.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the nuts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

3. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5.
4. Secure the inflator module connector to the I/P structure.
5. Install the upper I/P trim panel.
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