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Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement





REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Inflator Module Handling And Storage Caution in Cautions and Notices.

IMPORTANT: In the event deployment occurs inspect the coil assembly wire for any signs of the following conditions due to excessive heat:
^ Scorching
^ Melting
^ Other damage.

Replace the coil assembly if damage is evident.
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
3. Loosen the 4 screws from the back of the steering wheel until the screws are disengaged from the inflator module (4).
4. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (4) from the steering wheel (2).
5. Slightly push and twist the horn contact counterclockwise in order to remove the horn contact (5).
6. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (7) and driver inflator module electrical connector (1).
7. Remove the driver inflator module (4).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the horn contact (5) to the steering wheel (2).
2. Install the coil assembly connector (1) to the inflator module (4) then install the connector position assurance (CPA) (7).
3. Install the inflator module (4) to the steering wheel (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Install the 4 screws to the inflator module (4).

IMPORTANT: Verify that no wires at the back of the inflator module (4) are pinched during the assembly.

5. Align the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (4) to the steering wheel (2).

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

6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System.