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Installation Procedure

  1. GM5989522Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Gear Shift Control Module (5) @ Turn Signal Switch Bracket (3) - Install

  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Automatic Transmission Electronic Control Bolt (4) @ Turn Signal Switch Bracket (3) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications 
  4. Turn Signal Switch (1) @ Turn Signal Switch Bracket (3) - Install
  5. Turn Signal Switch Bolt (2) @ Turn Signal Switch Bracket (3) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications 
  6. GM6455280Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the turn signal switch bracket (1) as an assembly.

  7. Ensure the tabs on the turn signal switch bracket are fully engaged.
  8. GM5989521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Tighten the turn signal switch bracket band clamp (1) to specification. Fastener Specifications 

  9. GM5985751Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Wiring Harness Clip (2) - Install

  10. Electrical Connector (1) @ Gear Shift Control Module - Connect
  11. GM5985750Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Wiring Harness Clip (2) - Install [2x]

  12. Electrical Connector (1) @ Turn Signal Switch - Connect
  13. GM6455274Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Ensure the steering wheel airbag coil is CENTERED during installation. Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Centering

  14. NOTE:

    Ensure the 5 integral retainers are fully engaged.

  15. Steering Wheel Airbag Coil (1) - Install
  16. GM6455276Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove and DISCARD the steering wheel airbag coil centering pin (1).

  17. Connect the electrical connector.
  18. GM6455270Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the electrical connector, if equipped.

  19. Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (1) - Install
  20. GM6455269Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications

  21. GM6455267Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Secure the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) to the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover.

  22. GM6444400Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Wheel (1) - Install

  23. GM6444401Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the electrical connectors. (2)

  24. 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:
    1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
    2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
    4. 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 
  25. Steering Wheel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications 
  26. GM6444419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the electrical connectors.

  27. WARNING:

    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.

  28. Steering Wheel Airbag (1) - Install
  29. GM6444416Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications

  30. GM6444397Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Steering Wheel Airbag Access Hole Cover - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Install [2x]

  31. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling