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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .
  2. Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position.
  3. Rotate the steering wheel 90 degree to expose 2 of the 4 access holes in the rear of the steering wheel hub.
    4. Fig 1: Relieving Spring Loaded Retaining Clip Tension
    GM1343039Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use EL-46844  to relieve the tension of the 2 spring loaded retaining clips. See Special Tools and Equipment . When tension is released the steering wheel module will move slightly away from the steering wheel.
  5. Rotate the steering wheel 180 degree to expose the other 2 access holes in the rear of the steering wheel hub.
  6. Use EL-46844  to relieve the tension of the 2 spring loaded retaining clips. See Special Tools and Equipment . When tension is released the steering wheel module will move slightly away from the sterling wheel.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Steering Wheel Module
    GM1343041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the steering wheel module connector (2).
    8. IMPORTANT: When disconnecting connector (1) take care to avoid damage to the wiring harness.
  8. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors (1 and 4).
  9. Remove the steering wheel module (3).
  10. 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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