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To remove

  1. Put the ignition in OFF position.
  2. Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position.
  3. Detach the airbag module from the steering wheel, 2 screws and plugs.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 3
    G03744779Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Withdraw the airbag from the steering wheel slightly and release the connectors from the Velcro fastener. Unplug the connectors.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 4-6
    G03744780Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Unplug the connectors on the rear of the airbag.
  6. Undo the steering wheel center nut a couple of turns and pull the steering wheel to release it from the steering column.
  7. Remove the steering wheel center nut and washer.
  8. Withdraw the steering wheel far enough to access the connector on the contact roller.

    Unplug the steering wheel harness connector from the contact roller. Make sure the contact roller mechanism is secure.

    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 8, 11
    G03744781Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the steering wheel.
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