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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the inflator module. Refer to AIR BAG MODULES .
  3. Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotating horn plunger 90 degrees.
    Fig 1: Removing Horn Plunger From Steering Column
    G01670137Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. On vehicles with redundant steering wheel controls, disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Steering Wheel Electrical Connector
    G01670138Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the nut that retains the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.
  6. Mark the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.

    This will ensure proper alignment during installation.

    Fig 3: Removing Nut Retaining Steering Wheel To Shaft
    G01670139Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: When removing the steering wheel, use only the specified steering wheel puller. Do not hammer on the end of the steering column shaft. Hammering could loosen the plastic injections which maintain the steering column rigidity.
  7. Install J 1859-A  to the steering wheel.
  8. Remove the steering wheel using J 1859-A  .
  9. Remove the J 1859-A  from the steering wheel.
    Fig 4: Installing J 1859-A To Steering Wheel
    G01670140Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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