Enabling Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Enabling Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Connector
    GM202110Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the steering wheel module coil connector to the vehicle harness connector.
  4. Install the CPA to the steering wheel module coil connector.
  5. Fig 2: Locating Roof Rail Module Connector
    GM899820Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the roof rail module - left connector to the vehicle harness connector.
  7. Install the CPA to the roof rail module - left connector.
  8. Install the garnish molding to the left upper lock pillar. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Upper in Interior Trim.
  9. Fig 3: View Of Inflatable Restraint I/P Module Inline Connector
    GM202118Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Connect the I/P module connector to the vehicle harness connector.
  11. Install the CPA to the I/P module connector.
  12. Fig 4: Locating Roof Rail Module Connector
    GM899820Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Connect the roof rail module - right connector to the vehicle harness connector.
  14. Install the CPA to the roof rail module - right connector.
  15. Install the garnish molding to the right upper lock pillar. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Rear Upper in Interior Trim.
  16. Install the AIR BAG fuse into the body control module fuse center.
  17. Install the body control module fuse center cover.
  18. Use caution while reaching in and turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

    The AIR BAG indicator will flash then turn OFF.

  19. Perform the Diagnostic System Check if the AIR BAG warning indicator does not operate as described. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information.
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