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Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to: Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.
2. Rotate the steering wheel in order to access steering wheel inflator module screws.
3. Use a number 30 TORX(R) in order to loosen the steering wheel inflator module screws.
4. Gently pull the steering wheel inflator module (1) from the steering wheel.
5. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the yellow SIR electrical connector (2).
6. Disconnect the yellow SIR electrical connector (2) from the steering wheel inflator module (1).
7. Remove the steering wheel inflator module (1).
8. Fully deploy the module before disposal. It 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




1. Connect the yellow SIR electrical connector (2) to the steering wheel inflator module (1).
2. Install the connector position assurance (CPA) to the yellow SIR electrical connector (2).

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the wiring is not exposed or trapped between the steering wheel inflator module and the steering wheel.

3. Position the inflator module (1) to the steering wheel.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Use a #30 TORX(R) in order to tighten the steering wheel inflator module screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.8 N.m (25 lb in).

5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to: Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.