Removal Procedure

Replace the SIR coil if the SIR coil exhibits any signs of damage caused by excessive heat.

1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
   CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
3. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (DRIVER-SIDE) .
4. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
5. Remove the instrument panel left insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT .
6. Install the J 42640  to the steering column.
   NOTE: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.
7. Remove the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
8. Remove the transaxle shift cable from the steering column.
   Fig 1: Transaxle Shift Cable

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9. Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors.
Fig 2: Steering Column
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10. Remove the steering column bolts.
11. Remove the steering column nuts.
12. Remove the steering column anchor cable from the bracket stud.
13. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.