Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module

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Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning . WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedure Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement .
1	Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Retainer (Qty: 2) Procedure Lower the steering column and move to the maximum rear end position. Insert a small screwdriver, or equivalent tool, through the access openings on the rear left and right side of the steering wheel. Push the spring fastener inward to release the steering wheel inflator from the steering wheel.
2	Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Procedure Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer. Disconnect the electrical connectors. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping .

Callout

Component Name

WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .

WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedure

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement .

Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Retainer (Qty: 2)

Procedure

Lower the steering column and move to the maximum rear end position.
Insert a small screwdriver, or equivalent tool, through the access openings on the rear left and right side of the steering wheel.
Push the spring fastener inward to release the steering wheel inflator from the steering wheel.

Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module

Procedure

Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping .