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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the inflator module. Refer to SENSING & DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) .
  3. Disconnect the steering wheel control electrical connector.
  4. Remove the steering wheel nut.
  5. Install J 42578  and J 1859-A  to the steering wheel.
    Fig 1: Removing Steering Wheel
    G01499458Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Use J 42578  and J 1859-A  in order to remove the steering wheel.
  7. Remove J 42578  and J 1859-A  from the steering wheel.
  8. Remove the controls and the control harness from the steering wheel.