Bulletin No.: 13030B
Date: October 2013

Recall Bulletin

PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL
SUBJECT:

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Module (ECM)

MODELS:

2003-2004 Pontiac Vibe

The Part Information section in this bulletin has been revised. The modules are no longer on
PQC part restriction. Modules are to be ordered from GMCC&A. Please discard all copies of
bulletin 13030A.

CONDITION
Toyota has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 2003
and 2004 model year Pontiac Vibe vehicles. Pontiac Vibe was manufactured by New United
Motor Manufacturing (NUMMI), a joint venture between Toyota and GM.
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) for the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in these
vehicles could have been manufactured with integrated circuits (ICs) that are susceptible to
short circuiting when exposed to certain electrical noise from various vehicle electrical
components.
If internal short circuiting occurs, the front airbag(s) and/or seat belt
pretensioners could inadvertently deploy. An airbag that deploys inadvertently can, under
some circumstances, increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a crash.
CORRECTION
Dealers are to install a sub-wire harness (filter) to minimize electrical noise from the other
vehicle electrical components.
VEHICLES INVOLVED
All involved vehicles are identified by Vehicle Identification Number on the Investigate Vehicle
History screen in GM Global Warranty Management system. Dealership service personnel
should always check this site to confirm vehicle involvement prior to beginning any required
inspections and/or repairs. It is important to routinely use this tool to verify eligibility because
not all similar vehicles may be involved regardless of description or option content.
For dealers with involved vehicles, a listing with involved vehicles containing the complete
vehicle identification number, customer name, and address information has been prepared
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and will be provided to dealers through the GM GlobalConnect Recall Reports. Dealers will
not have a report available if they have no involved vehicles currently assigned.
The listing may contain customer names and addresses obtained from Motor Vehicle
Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other
than follow-up necessary to complete this recall is a violation of law in several
states/provinces/countries. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this report to the
follow-up necessary to complete this recall.
PART INFORMATION
Parts required to complete this recall are to be obtained from General Motors Customer Care
and Aftersales (GMCC&A). Please refer to your “involved vehicles listing” before ordering
parts. Normal orders should be placed on a DRO = Daily Replenishment Order. In an
emergency situation, parts should be ordered on a CSO = Customer Special Order.
Part Number
19205557
19205561*

Description
HARNESS KIT, AIRBAG SEN & DIAGN MDL WRG
MODULE, AIRBAG SEN & DIAGN (without side
airbags)
MODULE, AIRBAG SEN & DIAGN (with side airbags)

Quantity/Vehicle
1
1
(If Req'd)
19205562*
1
(If Req'd)
* It is estimated that less than 0.5% of the involved population will require replacement of the
module.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.

CHECK THE AIRBAG WARNING INDICATOR

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a) Verify that the warning indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned on.

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b) After the ignition has been on for approximately 6 seconds check the behavior of the
warning indicator.
Condition #1:

Light Remains On, OR Light Blinking, OR Light Does Not Come
On.

Corrective Action: Replace the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) and install
the sub harness. Proceed to STEP 2. CHECK FOR DTCs.
Condition #2:

Light Goes Off.

Corrective Action: Install the sub harness. Proceed to STEP 2. CHECK FOR DTCs
Note: This recall only covers the installation of the sub harness and, if needed, the Sensing
and Diagnostic (SDM). No other components in the SRS system are covered by this recall.
2.

CHECK FOR DTC’s. Use the Diagnostic tool to check for DTCs, if DTCs are present
save all freeze frame data and repair as necessary.

3.

DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL.

Warning:


Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative battery
terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner deployment.



Follow all precautions as outlined on TIS before servicing the SRS system.

4.

SET THE PARKING BRAKE

5.

SLIDE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT TO THE REARMOST POSITION

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REMOVE THE FOLLOWING
a) Instrument cluster finish panel sub-assembly center.
b) Shift lever knob sub-assembly (manual trans only).
c) Heater control knob.
d) Instrument cluster finish panel No. 1.
e) Instrument panel box.
f) Instrument panel finish panel lower center.

7.

REMOVE THE FLOOR CARPET LH

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a) Remove the clip and pull back the floor carpet.
Note:


Wear protective gloves.



Remove the floor carpet enough to gain access to the SDM.

8.

REMOVE THE FLOOR CARPET RH

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a) Remove the 2 clips and pull back the floor carpet.
Note:


Wear protective gloves.



Remove the floor carpet enough to gain access to the SDM.

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REMOVE AIR DUCT REAR No. 3

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a) Pull the upper portion of the duct (1) rearward to disengage the 2 upper claws.
b) Pull the bottom portion of the duct (2) upward to disengage the 4 claws and remove
the duct.
10. DISCONNECT THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) CONNECTORS
a) Disconnect the 3 connectors.
11. REPLACE THE SDM
(Required IF Vehicle Exhibited Condition #1 Above)

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a) Remove the 3 bolts and the SDM.
b) Install a NEW SDM, then continue to STEP 12.
TIGHTEN to 13ft. lb (17.5 N∙m)
Caution: To prevent the tape from interfering with the connectors, DO NOT wrap the
tape around the front portion (2) of the connectors.
12. PREPARE THE SUB HARNESS

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a) To prevent noise, secure the 3 female connectors together with vinyl tape as shown in
location (1). DO NOT WRAP the tape in the shaded area (2).
13. POSITION THE SUB HARNESS

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a) Fold back the plastic sheet (1) on the top of the SDM.
Note: DO NOT remove the plastic sheet as it will cause the sensor label to peel off.
14. CONNECT THE SUB HARNESS

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a) Connect the 3 NEW connectors to the SDM.

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Manual Transmission

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Automatic Transmission

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b) Connect the 3 vehicle-side connectors to the NEW sub harness. Reference the correct
illustration based on transmission type for wire routing.
c) For Manual Transmission vehicles pass the sub wire harness to the right of the shift
cable (1).
d) For Automatic Transmission vehicles pass the sub wire harness under the parking lock
cable (1). The sub harness additionally routes to the right of the shift cable (2).
Caution:


The water guard sheet is critical to prevent water from the air conditioner from
dripping on the SDM, confirm it is positioned and adhered correctly.

15. INSTALL THE WATER GUARD SHEET

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a) Position the water guard sheet over the SDM and sub harness.

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b) Position the sheet so that the edge protrudes 1.2 to 2.0 in. (30 to 50 mm) past the back
side of the SDM.

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c) Adhere the tape on the sheet to the right side of the SDM approximately 0.6 to 1.0 in.
(15 to 25 mm) above the bottom end of the SDM.

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d) Confirm the sheet has been positioned correctly.
Caution:


DO NOT bind the SDM harness/connector with the cable ties.



If the cable tie or sheet is affixed incorrectly, the sub harness may not be fixed
properly.

Note:
 Only 2 cable ties are needed for the repair, 2 extra ties are also provided as
supplements.
 If it is difficult to pass the cable underneath the SDM, loosen the 3 bolts that fasten the
SDM then tighten to: 13ft. lb. (17.5N∙m)

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e) Pass a cable tie through the space under the SDM (1), then connect another cable tie.
f) Join the cable ties and secure the sub harness, water guard, and SDM together.

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g) Cut any excess length from the cable tie. Secure the sheet, sub wire harness and
SDM with the joint cable tie within the range (1) shown above.
16. REINSTALL AIR DUCT REAR No. 3

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