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Disassembly Procedure

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  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle  .
  3. Remove the wire harness assembly (4) out of the wire harness strap (5). Remove the wire harness straps (3) from the wire harness assembly (4). Remove the wire harness strap (2) from the upper tilt head assembly (1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Wire Harness Assembly
    G02501466Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil from the steering shaft assembly using the following steps:
    1. The retaining ring (1).
    2. The inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (2).
    3. The wave washer (3).
    Fig 2: Identifying Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil
    G02501467Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.