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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  2. Position the ignition to the OFF position.
  3. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to AIR BAG MODULES .
  4. Scribe an alignment mark on the steering wheel hub. Align the mark with the slash mark on the steering shaft.
    Fig 1: Steering Wheel Puller
    G01571859Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Loosen the steering wheel nut.
  6. Position the nut flush with the end of the steering shaft.
  7. Assemble J 1859-A  with J 42578  on the steering wheel.
  8. Using J 1859-A  with J 42578  , remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
  9. Remove J 1859-A  with J 42578  from the steering wheel.
  10. Remove the steering shaft nut.
  11. Remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
  12. Disconnect the SIR connector from the steering wheel.
  13. Remove the steering wheel from the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Steering Wheel Assembly
    G01571860Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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