Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module

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WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning . WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . On the sides of the steering wheel are 2 circular openings, place the wheel so that one opening is on top. Using a blunt-ended tool, push the spring fastener inward through the access hole. Repeat the step for the other opening.
1	Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly 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 .

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Preliminary Procedures

Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
On the sides of the steering wheel are 2 circular openings, place the wheel so that one opening is on top.
Using a blunt-ended tool, push the spring fastener inward through the access hole. Repeat the step for the other opening.

Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

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 .