Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position to unlock the steering wheel.
3. Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees so that the side of the SIR module is at the 12 o'clock position in order to gain access to the holes behind the steering wheel.




4. Insert a flat-bladed tool into the 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 hole.
6. Insert a screwdriver into the remaining hole and push the leaf spring in order 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.
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. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

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




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

IMPORTANT: Verify that the wiring is not exposed or trapped between the inflatable restraint steering wheel module and the steering wheel.




5. Press the inflator module into the steering wheel firmly enough that the module engages and latches the notched pins in the leaf springs.
6. Rotate the steering wheel back into the straight position.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.