Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: The new SIR coil assembly will be centered. Improper alignment of the SIR coil assembly may damage the unit, causing an inflatable restraint malfunction. Preliminary Procedure: Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement .
1	Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Bolt (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
2	Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Procedure Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed. A new inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil is equipped with a yellow tab that is removed after the steering wheel is installed. This tab passes through the steering wheel unobstructed.

Callout

Component Name

CAUTION: The new SIR coil assembly will be centered. Improper alignment of the SIR coil assembly may damage the unit, causing an inflatable restraint malfunction.

Preliminary Procedure: Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement .

Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Bolt (Qty: 4)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten: 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil

Procedure

Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
A new inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil is equipped with a yellow tab that is removed after the steering wheel is installed. This tab passes through the steering wheel unobstructed.