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Steering Wheel Module Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 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 screwdriver into each access hole and push the leaf spring to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.




5. Turn the steering wheel 180 degrees to gain access to the remaining access holes.
6. Insert a screwdriver 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 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.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling And Storage Caution In Service Precautions.

12. Remove the inflator module from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Align the inflatable restraint module to the steering wheel.

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




2. Install the electrical connector.
3. Install the CPA retainer.
4. Install the SIR lead wire to the clip on the steering wheel.
5. Install the SIR lead wire to the clip on the inflator module.
6. Ensure that the wiring is not exposed or trapped between the inflatable restraint steering wheel module and the steering wheel.




7. Install the inflator module onto the steering wheel and press the module into the retaining tabs until the module is secured properly in all 4 retaining locations.
8. Rotate the steering wheel back into the straight position.
9. Enable the SIR system.