Installation Procedure
Engage the 5 integral retainers of the steering wheel airbag coil to the turn signal switch bracket (1).
Install the turn signal switch bracket and steering wheel airbag coil together as an assembly (1).
Engage the left and right turn signal switch bracket retaining tabs (1).
- Ensure the tabs on the turn signal switch bracket are fully engaged.
Turn Signal Switch (1) - Install
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Turn Signal Switch Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Connect the electrical connector. (3)
Connect the electrical connector. (1)
- Engage the wiring harness clips (2).
Install the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover (1) to the steering column.
Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Clip the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) to the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover.
Steering Wheel (1) - Install
- Connect the electrical connectors.
If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
- Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Steering Wheel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector.
- Install any connector position assurance (CPA) devices or secondary locks.
- Steering Wheel Airbag (1) - Install
Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Install the left and right steering wheel airbag access hole covers (1).
- Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
After installation of the steering wheel airbag module to the steering wheel, slightly pull the module outward. If there is no give on the airbag module then it is secured correctly. If the airbag module is not fully attached personal injury could result.