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Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement



Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Restraint System Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position.




3. Remove the bolts from the steering wheel module (1).




4. Release the connector position assurances (3) from the inflator module.
5. Disconnect the steering wheel module connectors (2).
6. Remove the steering wheel module (1).
7. 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.

1. Connect the inflator module electrical connectors (2).
2. Connect the connector position assurances (3) to the inflator module.
3. Install the steering wheel module (1).






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the bolts to the steering wheel module (1).

Tighten the bolts to 8.8 N.m (78 lb in).

5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.