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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2005GRAND PRIX V6-3.8L SC VIN 4REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSAIR BAGSERVICE AND REPAIRINSTRUMENT PANEL MODULE REPLACEMENT
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix V6-3.8L SC VIN 4
Instrument Panel Module Replacement
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix V6-3.8L SC VIN 4SECTION Instrument Panel Module Replacement
INFLATABLE RESTRAINT INSTRUMENT PANEL MODULE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 and 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.
2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) compartment.
3. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module bracket bolts.
4. Remove the I/P trim pad.
5. Remove the PSIR wire harness metal edge clips from the I/P trim pad.
6. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module nuts.
7. Remove the inflatable restraint I/P module.
8. 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
1. Align the inflatable restraint I/P module to the I/P trim pad.
2. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module nuts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
3. Route the PSIR wire harness under the locating rib and attach the metal edge clips to the I/P trim pad.
4. Install the I/P trim pad.
5. Install the inflatable restraint I/P module bracket bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
6. Install the I/P compartment.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 and SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 5.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.