Removal & Installation (Driver-side)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Turn ignition on. Turn steering wheel 90 degrees to gain access to leaf spring access holes on rear of steering wheel. See Figure. Insert screw driver into holes and push on leaf springs to release air bag module retaining pins. Turn steering wheel 180 degrees to access remaining holes. Release remaining spring clips. Tilt top of air bag module rear ward to gain access to air bag module wiring. Disconnect air bag wire harness from clips on air bag module and steering wheel. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip from driver-side air bag module connector and disconnect connector. Remove driver-side air bag module.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure that driver-side air bag module wiring is not pinched and air bag module is fastened securely to steering wheel. Activate air bag system.