Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Pontiac Pursuit and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Cautions and Notices. CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices. Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
Preliminary Procedures Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 . On the back side of the steering wheel are 2 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	Module, Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Tip: Remove 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 Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

Callout

Component Name

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Cautions and Notices.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .
On the back side of the steering wheel are 2 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.

Module, Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint
Tip:

Remove 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 Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .