Pontiac G6 Airbag System Problems

2007 Pontiac G6 Service Airbag soon. Replaced airbag, module, clockspring. Question = I have been told that when the airbag module was replace it has to be insync with other modules. It was reset to factory spec. If it needs to be sync with other how do I do it?

Answer:
Yes, after an airbag control module (SDM) replacement, the module AND the body control module (BCM) need to be programmed / setup. The BCM needs to be programmed with the SDM part number and other things. This must be done with a dealer scan tool. For these new cars, the scan tool must be high speed LAN, so dont know if there are many independent shops with this new type of scan tool. Expect to pay 1 hr. labor for this programming.

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2004 pontiac grand prix 3.1. Question: how do i remove the drivers airbag from my 04 grand prix gt? I replaced the steering wheel trim and it sure looks like the airbag has to come off first.

Answer:
To remove the steering wheel airbag, you must first disable the SIR system. Then, using a special tool ( or 2 thin screwdrivers) you need to release the retaining tabs on the back side of the wheel. 2 on each side, for a total of 4. Each side pair must be released at the same time, then release the two on the other side. Hold the airbag outward on the first side you release before you start to release the other side. Then pull the airbag off.


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