Installation Procedure

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Steering Wheel (2) - Install
Connect the electrical connector.
If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (except GMNA) , or Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (GMNA)

CAUTION:

Steering Wheel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
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Connect the electrical connector.
Install any connector position assurance (CPA) devices or secondary locks.
Steering Wheel Airbag (2) - Install
Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt (1) Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
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NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.

Install the 2 steering wheel airbag access hole covers (1).
Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling