Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Verify the following:
- The wheels on the vehicle are straight ahead.
- ThatJ 42640 is installed or the ignition switch is in the LOCK position.
- If reusing the existing coil it MUST be centered, refer toInflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Align the SIR coil assembly (1) with the horn tower on the turn signal cancel cam assembly and install onto the steering shaft.
- Firmly seat the retaining ring (3) into the groove on the steering shaft assembly (2).
- Remove and discard the centering tab from the new SIR coil.
- Route the wire harness assembly around the column and install the wire harness straps.
- Connect the connectors of the wire harness assembly.
- Install the upper trim cover (1) and secure by using 2 TORX® head screws (2).
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
- Install the lower trim cover (2) and secure by using 2 TORX® head screws (1).
- Verify that the tabs on the lower trim cover (1) engage with the tabs on the upper trim cover (2). Snap the tabs together.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
- On vehicles with a tilt column, align the tilt lever into the steering column.
- Slide the tilt lever handle into the steering column until the handle locks into position.
- Install the steering wheel onto the steering shaft. Refer toSteering Wheel Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .
NOTE:
The new SIR coil assembly will be centered. Improper alignment of the SIR coil assembly may damage the unit, causing an inflatable restraint malfunction.
NOTE:
The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.
IMPORTANT:
Do not remove the centering tab from the new SIR coil until the installation is complete. If the SIR coil does not come with a centering tab, you MUST center the SIR coil.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.