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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Steering Wheel, Shaft & Nut
    GM294367Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement (Non-SS)  or Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement (SS) .
  3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  4. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  5. Fig 2: Identifying SIR Coil & Steering Shaft
    GM1230490Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the SIR harness.
  7. Remove the SIR coil (2) from the steering shaft.
  8. If replacing, discard the SIR coil.