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Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement

GM4232098
Callout Component Name
WARNING:

Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures SIR Disabling and Enabling 
1 Steering Wheel Airbag
WARNING:

After installation of the steering wheel airbag module to the steering wheel, slightly pull the module outward. If there is no give on the airbag module then it is secured correctly. If the airbag module is not fully attached personal injury could result.

Procedure

  1. Fully Insert a 2.5 mm allen wrench or equivalent tool into both access holes simultaneously on the rear left and right side of the steering wheel.
  2. Apply and keep constant pressure towards the front of vehicle on both allen wrenches to push the spring fastener inward to release the steering wheel airbag from the steering wheel. This will release all 3 airbag attachments.
  3. Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  5. Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping 
  6. SIR Disabling and Enabling