Infl Rst Steering Wheel Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

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.
2. Remove the 2 screws (9) at the back of the steering wheel (1).

Important: Note the wire routing for assembly reference.

3. Position the inflator module (3) in order to gain access to the wire connectors.
4. Push in and rotate the horn contact lead (6) counterclockwise.
5. Remove the horn contact lead (6) from the steering column horn tower.
6. Remove the horn contact lead (6).
7. Remove the retainer (CPA) (10) from the SIR wiring connector (14).
8. Remove the SIR wiring connector from the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module (3).
9. Disconnect the steering wheel control switch connector (7).
10. Remove the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module (3).

Installation Procedure
1. Connect the steering wheel switch connector, if equipped.
2. Install the SIR connector (14) and retainer (CPA) (10).
3. Route the horn contact lead (6) to the steering column horn tower.
4. Push the lead (6) into the horn tower.
5. Rotate the lead (6) clockwise to locked position.
6. Install the horn ground to lead (6).

Important: Do not pinch any wires.

7. Install the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module (3) to the steering wheel (1). First install the top surface of the module (3) in order to ease assembly and fit.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in General Information.

8. Install the 2 screws (9) through the back of the steering wheel (1) to the inflator module (3).

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

9. Enable the SIR system.