Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

Fig 1: View Of Steering Wheel Shroud Access Holes

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Locate the access holes (1) positioned on both sides of the steering wheel shroud.

Fig 2: View Of Leaf Spring Fasteners

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Using a 5.5 mm or 1/4 inch socket with a long 1/4 inch drive handle, push the leaf spring fasteners (1) inward through the access holes.

Fig 3: View Of Steering Wheel Electrical Connectors

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Lift and partially remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module from the steering wheel in order to expose the electrical connectors.
Disconnect the electrical connectors (1).
Disconnect the horn electrical connector (3).

NOTE: Do not attempt to repair the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. The inflatable restraint steering wheel module is replaced only as an assembly.

Fig 4: View Of Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module

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Remove the inflatable restraint module from the steering wheel.
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 Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .