Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement

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Fig 1: Steering Wheel Airbag Coil

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement . Remove the steering column lower trim cover and the ignition lock cylinder opening trim cover. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Opening Trim Cover Replacement . Remove the steering column upper trim cover and the turn signal multifunction switch. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement .
1	Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Bolt (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in).
2	Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Procedure Disconnect any electrical connectors as necessary. Transfer any parts as necessary. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Replacement . Ensure the coil is centered during the installation. If you are installing a NEW coil, remove the centering tab AFTER the coil is on the steering column. Refer to Airbag Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering .

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
Remove the steering column lower trim cover and the ignition lock cylinder opening trim cover. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Opening Trim Cover Replacement .
Remove the steering column upper trim cover and the turn signal multifunction switch. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement .

Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Bolt (Qty: 4)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
3 N.m (27 lb in).

Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil

Procedure

Disconnect any electrical connectors as necessary.
Transfer any parts as necessary. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor Replacement .
Ensure the coil is centered during the installation. If you are installing a NEW coil, remove the centering tab AFTER the coil is on the steering column. Refer to Airbag Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering .