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Restraints Control Module (RCM): Removal

WARNING: If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the restraints control module (RCM) and the impact sensor (if equipped) mounting areas for deformation. If damaged, restore the mounting areas to the original production configuration. A new RCM and sensors must be installed whether or not the airbags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.
WARNING: Do not handle, move or change the original horizontal mounting position of the restraints control module (RCM) while the RCM is connected and the ignition switch is ON. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the Safety Canopy and cause serious personal injury or death.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

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    PMI is required when installing a new RCM. Refer to the scan tool instructions to carry out PMI.

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    Depower the SRS. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering - With Intelligent Access (IA)  or Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering - Without Intelligent Access (IA) .

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    Remove the floor console. REFER to Instrument Panel and Console .

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    WARNING: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque. Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.

    12 Nm (106 lb-in).

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