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Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil - Assemble - Off Vehicle

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  1. To install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil:

    Align the block tooth on race and upper shaft assembly (1) to the 12 o'clock position.

    Fig 1: Installing Wave Washer To Race And Upper Shaft Assembly
    G01758496Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the wave washer (1) to the race and upper shaft assembly (2).
    Fig 2: Cam Assembly, Steering Wheel Module Coil, Retaining Ring And Upper Shaft Assembly
    G01758497Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. If using original inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil, refer to Inflatable Restraint Coil Centering - Off Vehicle (Column Shift And Floor Shift) 
  4. The new inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil will be precentered. Do not remove the tab until installation in complete.
  5. Align the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (4) with the horn tower on the turn signal cancel cam assembly (1).

    Important:  The retaining ring (3) must seat securely on the groove of the race and upper shaft assembly (2).

  6. Install the retaining ring (3).
    Fig 3: Installing Wire Harness Assembly Firmly Into Wire Harness Strap
    G01758498Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Insert the wire harness assembly (1) firmly into the wire harness strap (2).
    Fig 4: Installing Wire Harness Strap Into Steering Column Tilt Head Assembly
    G01758499Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the wire harness strap (2) into the steering column tilt head assembly (1).

    Install wire harness straps (2) onto the wire harness assembly.

  9. Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle 
  10. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to ACTIVATING SYSTEM in SIR.
    Fig 5: Install Wire Harness Straps Onto Wire Harness Assembly
    G01758500Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.