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Disabling Procedure

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  1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicles wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  4. Locate the body control module (BCM) fuse center then remove the fuse center cover.
    5. Fig 1: Locating AIR BAG (IGN) And AIR BAG (BATT) Fuses In Fuse Center
    GM1316302Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: This inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) has two fused power inputs. To ensure there is no unwanted SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, remove both AIR BAG (IGN) and AIR BAG (BATT) fuses from the BCM fuse center. With the AIR BAG fuses removed and the ignition switch in the ON position, the AIR BAG warning indicator illuminates. This is normal operation, and does not indicate an SIR system malfunction.
  5. Locate and remove the AIR BAG (IGN) and AIR BAG (BATT) fuses from the BCM fuse center.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Door Switch & Air Bag Electrical Connectors Behind Left Trim Panel
    GM877766Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the left/driver outer trim cover from the instrument panel (I/P). Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  7. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the steering wheel module coil connector.
  8. Disconnect the steering wheel module coil connector from the vehicle harness connector.
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