Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3.

CAUTION:
- Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
- Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Service Precautions.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position in order to unlock the steering wheel.
3. Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees so the side of the SIR module is at the 12 o'clock position in order to gain access to the access holes behind the steering wheel.




4. Insert a flat-bladed tool into each access hole and push the leaf spring in order to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.




5. Turn the steering wheel 180 degrees in order to gain access to the remaining access holes.
6. Insert a flat-bladed tool into the remaining access holes and push the leaf spring to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.




7. Tilt the top of the inflator module rearward in order to gain access to the SIR wiring.
8. Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the inflator module.
9. Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the steering wheel.




10. Disconnect the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
11. Disconnect the electrical connector.
12. Remove the inflator module from the vehicle.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Service Precautions.

13. 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.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Connect the SIR electrical connector.
2. Connect the CPA retainer to the SIR connector.
3. Install the SIR lead wire to the clip on the steering wheel.
4. Install the SIR lead wire to the clip on the inflator module.




5. Press the inflator module into the steering wheel firmly enough that the module engages and latches the notched pins in the leaf springs.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the SIR wires do not get pinched during installation of the inflator module.

6. Rotate the steering wheel back into the straight position.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3.
8. Connect the battery negative cable.