SIR Steering Wheel Module Coil - Assemble

Assembly Procedure

- Tools Required
- J41352 Modular Column Holding Fixture

Important: The SIR coil assembly must be centered before it is assembled on the steering shaft assembly.

1. If reusing the original SIR coil assembly, Refer to Inflatable Restraint Coil Centering-Off Vehicle (Column Shift And Floor Shift).





2. Feed the SIR coil assembly connectors through the steering column.

Important: A new SIR coil assembly will come precentered. Do not remove the orange tab until the SIR coil assembly is installed.

3. Install the SIR coil assembly (4) following these steps:
3.1. Position the SIR coil assembly (4) to the steering shaft assembly (2).
3.2. Align the opening in the SIR coil assembly (4) with the horn tower (1) and the "locating bump" between the 2 tabs on the lock housing cover and sleeve assembly.
3.3. Seat the SIR coil assembly (4) onto the steering shaft assembly (2).

4. Remove and dispose of the orange tab if using a new SIR coil.
5. Install the retaining ring (3) to the steering shaft assembly (2).

Important: Pull carefully on all the wires to remove any wire kinks that may be inside the steering column assembly. If this is not done it may cause damage to the wire harness.





6. Install the wiring protector and the wire harness straps to the steering column.
7. Connect the SIR coil assembly connector at the base of the column.
8. Install the small wire harness straps.





9. Install the wire harness assembly strap (1).
10. Remove the steering column and J41352from the vise.