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Installation Procedure

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  1. If the steering wheel has steering wheel controls, install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY .
  2. Connect all of the connectors from the new wire harness assembly.
    Fig 1: Connecting Wire Harness Assembly Connectors
    G01217450Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Push the key alarm connector (1) into the ignition lock cylinder case assembly (2).
  4. Rotate the key alarm connector (1) 90 degrees so that the key alarm connector (1) locks into place.
    WARNING: Improper routing of the wire harness assembly may damage the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. This may result in a malfunction of the coil, which may cause personal injury.
  5. Install the wires back into the ignition switch clip, which is located on the side of the ignition switch.
    Fig 2: Pushing Key Alarm Connector Into Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Assembly
    G01217451Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the wire harness strap.
  7. Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  8. Enable the inflatable steering wheel module. Refer to ZONE 3 .
    Fig 3: Installing Wire Harness Strap
    G01217452Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.