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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Connect the horn contact lead to the steering wheel cam tower.
  2. Rotate the horn contact lead 1/4 turn clockwise in order to secure the horn contact lead.
  3. Connect the yellow SIR electrical connector to the back of the steering wheel inflator module (1).
  4. Install the CPA to the yellow SIR electrical connector.
  5. Install the inflator module (1) to the steering wheel by pushing on both sides of the inflator module until the retaining springs engage.
    Fig 1: View Of Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module
    GM307350Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the steering column trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .
  8. 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 .
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