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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Ion Red Line, 2007 Saturn Ion 3, and 2007 Saturn Ion 2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module
    GM877721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Connect the horn switch connector.
    2. IMPORTANT: This vehicle is equipped with dual stage air bags, you will find 2 connectors. Match the right color connector to the right color opening in the module.
  2. Connect the inflatable restraint connectors.
  3. Align the retaining pins on the inflatable restraint module with the steering wheel.
  4. Push the inflatable restraint module to secure.
  5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  6. After replacing the module, deploy the old 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  for proper disposal.
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