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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Lumina 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 212633 Size: SH

    Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:

       • Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
       • Make sure the bag opening points away from you
    When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .

    2. Object Number: 240827 Size: SH
  2. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module trim cover from the instrument panel. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - IP in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
    3. 2.1. Lift up on the front edge of the trim cover (1) in order to release the front ball studs (3) from the retaining clips.
    2.2. Pull and lift the trim cover in order to release the rear ball studs (2) from the retaining clips.

    Object Number: 212644 Size: SH
  3. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module mounting fasteners (3).
  4. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module (1) from the cross-car beam (2).
  5. 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, Shipping, and Scrapping .

    6. Object Number: 212646 Size: SH
  6. Remove the trim cover tether mounting fasteners (3).
  7. Remove the trim cover tether (1) from the inflatable restraint IP module (4).

    8. Object Number: 212651 Size: SH

    Important: If the inflatable restraint IP module mounting holes or fasteners are damaged to the extent that the module can no longer be properly mounted, use the following repair. Torque the replacement fastener with a hand tool in order to prevent stripping the replacement fastener.

  8. Remove the stripped fastener and discard it.

    9. 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.

  9. Install the inflatable restraint IP module (1) to the cross-car beam (2) with new fastener (3) GM P/N 25601790.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten fastener to 7 N·m (62 lb in).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 212646 Size: SH
  1. Install the trim cover tether (1) to the inflatable restraint IP module (4).

    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 trim cover tether mounting fasteners (3) to the inflatable restraint IP module (4).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten fasteners to 6 N·m (53 lb in).


    Object Number: 212644 Size: SH
  3. Install the inflatable restraint IP module (1) to the cross-car beam (2).
  4. Install the inflatable restraint IP module mounting fasteners (3).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten fasteners to 7 N·m (62 lb in).


    Object Number: 240827 Size: SH
  5. Install the inflatable restraint IP module trim cover to the instrument panel. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - IP in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
    6. 5.1. Align the trim cover rear ball studs (2) with the retaining clips.
    5.2. Push forward and down on the trim cover (1) until the front ball studs (3) seat into the retaining clips.

    Object Number: 212633 Size: SH
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .