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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1999 🢒 Catera 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 SIR Module Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.

    2. Object Number: 245690 Size: SH
  2. Remove the access panel from the right side of the instrument panel.

    3. Object Number: 153467 Size: SH
  3. Remove the screw from the outer air deflector.

    4. Object Number: 153472 Size: SH
  4. Remove the air deflector.
  5. Open the instrument panel compartment.

    6. Object Number: 245692 Size: SH
  6. Remove the lower module cover screws.
  7. Remove the upper module cover bolt.
  8. Remove the inflatable restraint module cover from the instrument panel.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the inflatable restraint module cover to the instrument panel.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the upper module cover bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the upper module cover bolt to 3 N·m (27 lb in).


    Object Number: 245692 Size: SH
  3. Install the lower module cover screws.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the lower module cover screws to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  4. Close the instrument panel compartment.

    5. Object Number: 153472 Size: SH
  5. Install the air deflector.

    6. Object Number: 153467 Size: SH
  6. Install the screw to the outer air deflector.

    7. Object Number: 245690 Size: SH
  7. Install the right side access panel.
  8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.