Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement

2009 Suzuki Equator Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WDSECTION Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement
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Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly & Bolts
G04844122Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
COMPONENT REFERENCE TABLE

Callout Component Name
WARNING:
  • Refer to SIR INFLATOR MODULE HANDLING AND STORAGE CAUTION .
  • A deployed dual stage inflator module will look the same whether one or both stages were used. Always assume a deployed dual stage inflator module has an active stage 2. Improper handling or servicing can activate the inflator module and cause personal injury.
Preliminary Procedures 
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR DISABLING AND ENABLING .
  2. Remove the I/P lower right trim panel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - RIGHT SIDE .
1 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bolt (Qty: 4)
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Tightening torque 
10 N.m (89 lb in) 
2 Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Assembly
Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL UPPER TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT .
3 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly
  1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  2. After replacing the module, deploy the old 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 .
RENDER: 1.0x

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