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Removal & Installation (Driver-side)

  1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See ZONE 3  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
  2. Turn ignition on. Turn steering wheel so one of 3 holes on back of steering wheel are accessible. Install Air Bag Module Remover (J-44248) into hole. See Fig 1. Release driver-side air bag module spring clips. Repeat procedure for remaining driver-side air bag module retaining springs.
  3. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clips from driver-side air bag module electrical connectors. See Fig 2. Disconnect connectors. Remove horn contact lead from steering wheel. Remove driver-side air bag module.
  4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure that wiring is not pinched and that driver-side air bag module is attached securely to steering wheel. Activate air bag system. See ZONE 3  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
Fig 1: Identifying Air Bag Module Remover
G99B23979Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Identifying Driver-side Air Bag Module
G99H27562Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.