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Infl Rst Steering Wheel Module Replacement









Removal Procedure

Caution: Always disable the SIR system when servicing the SIR components, or the SIR wiring. Failure to follow the disabling procedures could result in possible deployment, personal injury, or otherwise unneeded SIR system repairs.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Remove the Torx� screws from the back of the steering wheel.
3. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module yellow 2-way connector.
4. Disconnect the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module yellow 2-way connector.
5. Remove the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module.

Installation Procedure

Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
^ Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
^ Make sure the bag opening points away from you

When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.


1. Connect the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module yellow 2-way connector.
2. Install the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) to the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module yellow 2-way connector.
3. Install the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module to the steering wheel.

Notice: Refer to Service Precautions.

4. Install the Torx (R) screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 8 N.m (72 lb in).

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