Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .

WARNING:

After installation of the steering wheel airbag module to the steering wheel, slightly pull the module outward. If there is no give on the airbag module then it is secured correctly. If the airbag module is not fully attached personal injury could result.

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool to depress the steering wheel airbag access hole cover detents to remove the 2 steering wheel airbag access hole covers (1).
Extend the steering column to its furthest point to allow the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover to clear the instrument panel.
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Using a small plastic trim tool, separate the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) from the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover.
Instrument Panel Steering Column Upper Trim Cover (1) - Reposition
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NOTE:
Instrument panel steering column upper trim cover is removed for graphic clarity.

Disconnect the electrical connector (1), if equipped.
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Rotate the steering wheel left and right to access the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover bolts (1).
Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (2) - Remove
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Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Steering Wheel Airbag (2) - Remove
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CAUTION:
During steering wheel bolt removal, observe the following precautions:
- Do NOT use heat on the steering wheel bolt, steering wheel, or steering column. Using heat could cause damage to the steering related components.
- Do NOT hammer or apply excessive downward force on the steering wheel bolt, steering wheel, or steering column. Hammering or applying excessive downward force could cause damage to the steering related components.
NOTE:
- Steering wheel bolts installed during manufacturing require high torque efforts to remove.
- The ONLY acceptable bit for removing and installing the steering wheel bolt is a T50 Torx bit. Do NOT use any other size bit or a worn bit.
- If a power tool is used to remove the steering wheel bolt, the tool must have a minimum torque rating greater than 75 Nm (55 lb ft) and both the power tool and the T50 Torx bit MUST be positioned perpendicular to the bolt recess.
- Apply appropriate downward force to maintain engagement of bit to bolt recess during bolt removal.
Loosen the steering wheel bolt (1) so that 2 - 3 threads are engaged.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Wiggle the steering wheel until the wheel disengages completely.
Steering Wheel Bolt (1) - Remove
Steering Wheel (2) - Remove
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Release the retaining tabs and remove the steering wheel airbag coil (1) from the steering column.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Disengage the turn signal lower retaining tab (1).
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Disengage the turn signal upper retaining tab (1).
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Turn Signal Switch (1) - Remove
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Disengage the windshield wiper and windshield washer switch lower retaining tab (1).
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Disengage the windshield wiper and windshield washer switch upper retaining tab (1).
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Windshield Wiper and Windshield Washer Switch (1) - Remove
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Turn Signal Switch Bracket (1) - Remove